Junior Inventory Controller

Logistics & Supply Chain

K sh 58,000 – 76,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – KPA Inland Depot / Embakasi ICD Overview: Stock doesn’t manage itself, and in a fast-moving depot, accuracy is everything. As a Junior Inventory Controller, you’ll run cycle counts by zone, investigate variances, and ensure that every unit of measure, barcode, and bin assignment in the system matches reality. Your attention to detail protects both the business and its customers. Our client is looking for someone methodical and curious, someone who takes careful notes, spots inconsistencies, and follows standard operating procedures to the letter. You’ll get mentorship from a senior controller and structured guidance to ensure every count and data update is reliable. You’ll also be exposed to stock ageing and slow-moving analyses, helping you understand inventory patterns and make recommendations to reduce write-offs or optimize flow. Each variance you investigate or master-data correction you make contributes directly to operational efficiency and financial accuracy. This role builds discipline, analytical thinking, and precision. For a meticulous individual who thrives on numbers, processes, and continuous improvement, it offers a clear pathway from Inventory Assistant to Controller and eventually Warehouse Supervisor. Key Responsibilities: - Cycle counts; investigate variances. - Maintain bin integrity; update master data. - Support monthly stock takes. Education & Experience: - Diploma in Supply Chain/Accounting; 0–2 years. Skills: - Excel, attention to detail, integrity. KPIs: - Variance %, count accuracy, closure time. Compensation (Kenya): - Base: KES 58,000–76,000. - Accuracy bonus: KES 1,500–3,000/month for meeting variance targets. - Night-count premium: +8% for after-hours count windows (when scheduled). Client estimates. Actual offers vary with Excel proficiency (pivots/lookups), prior stocktake experience, and readiness to work late during month-end. Benefits: - Medical, PPE, training. Growth Path: - Inventory Assistant → Inventory Controller → Warehouse Supervisor.