Inventory Management Associate – Bulenga, Upper West Region, Ghana

Working at Vitara

Welcome to Vitara, a social enterprise committed to creating sustained income and impact for rural people in West Africa. We are a Dutch-Ghanaian scale-up that is passionate about driving economic growth and social development for smallholder farmers in rural communities in West-Africa. We believe that by empowering individuals to create their own livelihoods, we can make a lasting difference in their lives and communities. At Vitara, we value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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Location: Bulenga, Upper West Region, Ghana

Start Date: Immediately

Period: One (1) year

What does our software do?

Main Duties

Conducts periodic stock count and verification in assigned warehouses and agents storage facilities to ensure inventory accuracy.
Oversee and ensure proper stacking and handling of stock in accordance with the company’s warehouse standards.
Manages and engages teams including agents, warehouse handlers, tricycle operators, third-party logistic partners, council ticketeer, and warehouse landlords to ensure seamless warehouse operations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date warehouse documentation, including waybills, stock releases, GRN/delivery notes, stock sheet, etc.
Ensures warehouse and product quality tsnadards are consistently met, including cleanliness, safety, and proper stock condition.
Supervise all loading and offloading activities to prevent stock losses, damage and operational delays.
Prepare and submit timely reports on warehouse activities, inventory activities, inventory management and operational issues to the Logistics Manager.

Qualification/Requirements

Diploma/Higher National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of six (6) months experience in warehouse operations, inventory management or logistics.
Strong understanding of warehouse safety, stock handling standards, and inventory conytrol systems.
Basic bookkeeping skills for managing inventpory and financial documentation.
Conflict resolution skills and emotional intelligence to handle disputes and maintain morale.
Excellent communication, documentation and reporting skills.
Strong attention to, analytical thinking, and problem solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple ioperational priorities.
Proficiency in Google Workspace, especially Google Sheets.

Application Process

This position is open to all qualified applicants. However, as part of our Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) initiatives, we particularly encourage applications from females.

Interested candidates should send an application via the form provided.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.