Senior Inventory Officer – Warehouse Management

About the role

The Senior Inventory Officer will support the Warehouse Superintendent in maintaining optimal stock levels across multiple warehouses at Kansanshi Mining. The role ensures that inventory is accurate, readily available for maintenance and production, and that over‑stocking is avoided.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee inventory cataloguing and verification across all warehouse locations.
• Conduct regular stock counts, monitor movements, and keep inventory databases up‑to‑date.
• Coordinate with procurement and purchasing teams to schedule timely replenishment and prevent shortages.
• Prepare and submit detailed inventory reports, including turnover ratios and ageing analysis.
• Identify process inefficiencies, propose and implement improvements to increase turnover and reduce waste.
• Supervise and mentor inventory staff, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assume Warehouse Superintendent duties during absences.
• Collaborate with logistics, supply chain, and finance teams to align inventory strategies with production targets.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 with strong grades in Mathematics and English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing & Supply or equivalent professional diploma (CIPS UK Graduate).
• Relevant experience in inventory or stock control within a mining or industrial environment.
• Ability to work under health, safety, environmental and quality regulations.

Required skills

• Inventory management and stock control procedures.
• Proficiency in maintaining inventory records in database systems.
• Reporting and analytical skills for inventory metrics.
• Process improvement and optimisation techniques.
• Team leadership and mentorship.