INVENTORY AND COMPLIANCE SUPERVISOR M/F

General Informations

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent! 

Job Description

Job Title

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INVENTORY AND COMPLIANCE SUPERVISOR M/F

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

Job Location

Africa, Kenya, Mombasa

Working Hours

Full Time

Mission Description

• Based in Mombasa and reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the following key result areas: -
• 1. Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management
• • Monitor all daily count processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• • Oversee stock take activities in line with SOPs and update relevant records promptly.
• • Identify and close gaps in inventory management processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• • Conduct spot checks in the WMS to validate that all stock movements are recorded promptly.
• • Maintain records of variances and verify documentation for all product transfers between warehouses.
• • Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures, including stock labelling standards.
• 2. OPEX Coordination & Continuous Improvement
• • Design, develop, and improve warehouse reporting templates to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with performance KPIs.
• • Coordinate and facilitate Daily Operational Review (DOR) meetings, ensuring action items are tracked, closed, and reported on time.
• • Support the Warehouse Manager in designing, implementing, and monitoring OPEX structures within the warehouse, including process standardization, lean initiatives, and waste elimination programs.
• • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive root cause analysis for performance gaps, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• • Promote a culture of continuous improvement by training and coaching warehouse teams on OPEX tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma principles.
• 3. System & Data Management
• • Audit process and documentation flow to spot inconsistencies impacting stock accuracy.
• • Ensure system inventory records (SPEED/WMS/SAP) align with physical counts.
• • Track and interpret variances to improve forecasting and operational planning.
• 4. QHSE & Compliance
• • Report incidents and near misses promptly and conduct investigations using the 5 WHY methodology.
• • Make at least 30 Safety Observations (SIRs) per month.
• • Ensure all operational activities comply with SOPs, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• • Conduct periodic audits of warehouse operations and recommend improvements.
• 5. People Management & Stakeholder Engagement
• • Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• • Train and coach subordinate staff on inventory, compliance, and OPEX practices.
• • Facilitate communication between warehouse teams to ensure operational alignment.

Profile

• 1. Business Degree in Finance/Accounting or Operations/Supply Chain Management
• 2. Professional Certification in CPA/ACCA/APICS/CIPS is an added advantage
• 3. WMS experience is an added advantage
• 4. 3 years' experience in External/Internal Audit, Supply Chain operations, Inventory Management, Compliance Management.
• 5. Working Knowledge of SAP
• 6. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies like six sigma, Lean, Kaizen is an added advantage