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Inbound Warehouse Coordinator

Company:
Sheer Logic Management Consultants Ltd
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Posted:
September 02, 2026
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Description:

Our client, a leading organisation in the FMCG/manufacturing sector, is seeking to recruit a Warehouse Coordinator – Inbound to support efficient warehouse operations and ensure tight inventory control.

Key Responsibilities Coordinate inbound warehouse processes, including receipt, storage, maintenance and issuance of inventory.

Manage warehouse inventory transactions using SAP, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in real time.

Verify that quantities and quality of materials delivered by suppliers meet purchase order requirements.

Process rejection notes for non-conforming materials and follow up on replacements or credit notes.

Monitor inventory movements and review warehouse reports to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Maintain high standards of warehouse organisation, cleanliness and storage in line with 5S principles.

Conduct and coordinate regular stock counts, including preparation, physical-to-system reconciliation and investigation of variances.

Perform regular SKU reconciliations and ensure identified variances are investigated and resolved promptly.

Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimising stockholding costs and avoiding stock-outs.

Ensure proper storage and application of FIFO principles.

Adhere to applicable Quality, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, Risk and warehouse management standards.

Support warehouse improvement projects and other operational initiatives.

Work closely with Production, Procurement, Finance, Quality Assurance, Materials Planning, suppliers, transporters and other relevant stakeholders.

Key Performance Areas Effective inventory control and availability of production materials and engineering spares.

Accurate and timely inventory reporting.

Minimal stock losses and inventory variances.

Accurate posting of materials and spares into the ERP system.

Compliance with warehouse, quality, safety and audit requirements.

Efficient customer/internal stakeholder turnaround times.

Proper storage, organisation and security of inventory.

Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in a Business-related field.

At least 2 years’ experience in Inventory Management, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing sector.

Professional qualification or progress towards Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) certification will be an added advantage.

High level of computer literacy.

Experience working with SAP or another ERP/inventory management system is highly desirable.

Key Competencies Strong inventory management and analytical skills.

High level of integrity, discipline and attention to detail.

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet strict deadlines.

Proactive and solution-oriented approach to warehouse and inventory challenges.

Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Resilient, energetic and self-motivated.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

How to Apply Send CV to by 8th September 2026.

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