Website Kilombero Sugar
Kilombero Sugar
Job Summary
Position: Inventory Operations (Stores/Inventory Supervisor level)
Organization: Kilombero Sugar Company Limited
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: 14 May 2026
Job Purpose
The role supports the Inventory Manager to ensure optimal stock levels on-site, balancing both financial efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Team Management
- Delegate workflow and manage daily store operations
- Plan, organize, lead, and control activities within the stores
- Supervise and evaluate team performance using KPIs and EPM tools
- Ensure clarity in roles and decision-making processes
Inventory Control
- Manage stock receiving, receipting, and issuing processes
- Ensure product availability and timely service delivery
- Monitor inventory levels to minimize stock shortages
- Oversee planning of incoming loads and required resources (staff, forklifts, etc.)
Supplier & Stock Coordination
- Liaise with suppliers on defective, excess, or short-delivered goods
- Support resolution of queries related to goods received (GRN, credits, exchanges)
- Ensure receipting processes are completed for supplier payments
Compliance & Quality Standards
- Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
- Comply with:
- SHERQ standards (Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, Quality)
- Competition Law
- Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) policies
- Maintain compliance with FCFQ and audit requirements
- Ensure proper housekeeping (5S standards) in stores
Service Delivery & Continuous Improvement
- Resolve operational issues affecting supply and delivery
- Improve efficiency in inventory processes
- Maintain high standards of customer support within operations
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Procurement
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
Experience
- Minimum 3 years in:
- Procurement
- Purchasing
- Supply Chain Management
- Strong understanding of:
- Inventory systems
- Stores management processes
- Proven experience managing teams
Skills & Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Strong organizational skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills
Additional Information
- Permanent employment
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Equal opportunity employer
- Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
To apply for this job please visit kilomberosugarcompanylimited.applytojob.com.