Head of inventory

Position overview

Job Title: Head of Inventory
Department: Inventory
Location: Mgeni Haji, Zanzibar.
Reporting To: General Manager
Direct Reports: Godown Supervisors, RM Supervisor, Spares & Consumables Supervisor, Finished Goods Supervisor, Dispatch
Employment: Full-Time

Job summary

Turkys Mifuko is a non-woven bag manufacturer based in Zanzibar, we are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head of Inventory to own the full inventory management function – from raw material receipt through to finished goods dispatch. This is a controls-focused, operational role requiring someone who understands manufacturing stock dynamics, can implement discipline in receiving and issuing processes, and can manage a team of supervisors across multiple stock categories.

Key responsibilities

Inventory control & management

• Own and manage all stock categories: raw materials (PP, filler, masterbatch), spares & consumables, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Enforce stock receiving, issuing, and counting procedures across all warehouses.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile physical stock against system records.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure real-time visibility of inventory levels.
• Monitor reorder levels and minimum stock thresholds to prevent production stoppages.

Procurement support & coordination

• Raise purchase requisitions based on stock levels and production requirements.
• Coordinate with the GM and RD for raw material purchasing approvals.
• Ensure all goods received are properly documented, inspected, and matched against purchase orders.
• Support supplier shortlisting and due diligence processes as required.

Dispatch & outbound logistics

• Oversee the dispatch function to ensure timely and accurate order fulfilment.
• Ensure finished goods are properly documented and dispatched against confirmed orders.
• Coordinate with the sales team on delivery timelines and godown stock availability.

Controls & reporting

• Implement segregation of duties across the requisition, receiving, and issuance cycle.
• Ensure no single person completes the full purchase-to-pay cycle without independent verification.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly inventory reports including stock movement, variance analysis, and ageing.
• Report to the General Manager on stock risks, slow-moving items, and inventory health.

Team leadership

• Supervise and develop the RM Supervisor, Spares & Consumables Supervisor, Finished Goods Supervisor, and Dispatch personnel.
• Establish clear KRAs and KPIs for each team member and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and operational discipline within the team.

Qualifications & experience

• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory or warehouse management, of which at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing stock across multiple categories (raw materials, spares, finished goods).
• Hands-on experience with stock control systems and physical counting procedures.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems – for stock tracking, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Experience implementing or working within SOPs and approval frameworks.
• Knowledge of Tanzanian customs and import documentation is an advantage.

Key competencies

• Operational discipline – rigorous in following and enforcing procedures.
• Analytical – able to identify stock discrepancies, trends, and risks from data.
• Organised – manages multiple stock streams simultaneously without losing control.
• Integrity – operates with transparency and upholds controls even under pressure.
• Communication – able to report clearly to senior management and coordinate with production and sales.
• Leadership – capable of building and holding a team accountable.

Key performance indicators

• Stock count accuracy (target: ≥98% match between physical and system records).
• Zero production stoppages caused by inventory failure.
• Dispatch accuracy and on-time delivery rate.
• Reduction in slow-moving and obsolete stock.
• Timeliness and accuracy of monthly inventory reports.
• Compliance with SOPs and approval controls.

Turkys Mifuko Company Ltd · Zanzibar, Tanzania · Non-Woven Packaging Solutions