Procurement & Inventory Department Head

Job Type: Onsite - Full Time
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: Senior
Vacancies: 1
Skills: Leadership, Negotiating, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement Management, Communication, Warehouse Inventory Management

HENCA Wood Works & Furniture is seeking a qualified and organized Procurement & Inventory Department Head to lead our procurement and inventory operations, ensure the timely availability of materials, and maintain effective control over purchasing, stock, and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

⁻ Develop and implement procurement plans based on production schedules, project requirements, and operational needs

⁻ Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure quality materials at competitive prices

⁻ Manage the procurement of raw materials, furniture accessories, hardware, and other production supplies

⁻ Oversee inventory operations, including receiving, inspection, storage, stock issuance, and physical stock counts.

⁻ Monitor material consumption, stock movement, wastage, and discrepancies and implementing corrective measures as needed

⁻ Coordinate with design and planning, production, finance, and sales departments to forecast material requirements

⁻ Prepare and manage purchase requests, purchase orders, quotations, delivery schedules, and procurement documentation

⁻ Establish procedures for material handling, warehouse organization, stock security, and inventory control

⁻ Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines and material quality

⁻ Lead and supervise procurement and store personnel, ensuring accountability and efficient operations

⁻ Prepare periodic reports on procurement costs, inventory levels, material consumption, and supplier performance

Qualifications and Requirements:

⁻ Bachelor's degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field

⁻ Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in procurement, inventory management, and warehouse operations, preferably in furniture manufacturing and wood works or a related manufacturing environment

⁻ Demonstrated ability to manage suppliers, negotiates prices, control inventory, and coordinate material planning

⁻ Knowledge of furniture production materials and related accessories is an advantage

⁻ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems; experience with ERP systems is an advantage

⁻ Strong organizational, analytical, negotiation, leadership, and problem solving skills

⁻ High attention to detail, integrity, cost consciousness, and the ability to work under pressure

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified applicants who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their CV, educational credentials, other supporting documents and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the position.
• Application Email: info@hencagroups.com
• Subject Line: Application- Procurement & Inventory Department Head

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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