Job Title: Inventory Controller – Manufacturing Industry
The Inventory Controller is responsible for managing, monitoring, and controlling inventory related to machine parts, raw materials, and consumables used in manufacturing operations. The role ensures accurate stock levels, timely availability of materials, prevention of shortages or excess stock, and proper documentation in compliance with company procedures.
Maintain accurate records of raw materials, machine parts, and consumables.
Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production.
Plan and control minimum, maximum, and reorder levels for all inventory items.
Coordinate with Purchase, Production, and Maintenance departments for material requirements.
Track inward and outward movement of inventory using ERP/software or manual systems.
Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts, and physical verifications.
Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and report to management.
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of machine parts and raw materials.
Prevent inventory losses, damages, or pilferage by implementing control measures.
Prepare inventory reports such as stock status, consumption trends, and variance reports.
Support machine maintenance activities by ensuring availability of critical spare parts.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company inventory policies.
Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse operations
Understanding of machine spare parts and manufacturing raw materials
Good analytical and record-keeping skills
Ability to use ERP systems, MS Excel, or inventory management software
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good coordination and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in inventory control or store management in a manufacturing environment
Experience handling machine parts and raw materials is preferred
Inventory accuracy
Stock availability for production
Reduction in inventory variance and stock-outs
Control of excess and obsolete inventory
Timely reporting and documentation