Head, Store Inventory Management

Job Summary

Dangote Cement is seeking a Head of Store Inventory Management to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across all store and warehouse activities. This role is responsible for effective material management, maintaining optimal inventory levels, ensuring efficient issuance of spare parts and consumables, and upholding compliance with Dangote Cement’s policies, HSE standards, and ERP requirements. The position is also critical to supporting uninterrupted plant operations by ensuring the timely availability of materials for Production, Maintenance, Mining, and other key functions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of store operations, including inventory management, staff training, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure the complete and accurate inventory of goods in and out of the store, maintaining the integrity of stock records.
• Regularly evaluate store layout and material flow to optimize the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the store space.
• Conduct periodic reviews and analysis of inventory levels, pricing, and stock turnover to generate sales forecasts and meet customer demand.
• Implement HSE best practices and enforce adherence to safety standards within the store operations.
• Develop and execute plans to improve productivity and performance across all store functions.
• Direct supervision of team members, ensuring high performance through motivation and development initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with the procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely replenishment of inventory.
• Prepare and present performance reports to management, detailing operational progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements
Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certification (CIPS, CIPSMN, APICS, SCMP).
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in store operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Experience with spare parts management for cement or heavy industrial plants.
• Strong ERP proficiency (SAP 4 HANAA Spare parts module).
• Understanding of import logistics, receiving procedures, and warehouse safety.
• Knowledge of cost reduction, stock optimization, and material planning techniques.
• Leadership and team management.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement.
• High integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced plant environment.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development.