Sundry Markets Limited - Marketsquare is Nigeria’s emerging grocery retail chain - a place where Nigerians can go to find their trusted brands of groceries at the best prices. Marketsquare was conceived from a burning sensation to create a modern and relevant retail shopping experience for Nigerians and a more convenient way for people to get their everyday needs.
We
are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Inventory Controller
Locations: Abuja, Warri & Asaba -
Delta, Owerri - Imo, and Lagos
Job Summary
The
Inventory Controller/Inventory Analyst is responsible for maintaining accurate
inventory records and ensuring optimum stock availability across the store.
The
role oversees inventory control processes, conducts stock analysis, monitors
inventory performance, identifies and investigates stock variances, and
provides actionable insights that support effective replenishment, minimize
inventory losses, improves stock turnover, and enhance overall operational
efficiency.
Essential Job Functions
Maintain
accurate inventory records within the ERP/POS system.
Monitor
all inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, sales, returns,
adjustments, write-offs, and stock conversions.
Ensure
all stock movements are properly authorized and documented.
Verify
stock transfers between stores, warehouses, and departments.
Monitor
inventory levels to ensure optimum stock availability while minimizing
overstock.
Ensure
timely replenishment of merchandise based on approved stock levels.
Maintain
inventory integrity through strict adherence to stock control procedures.
Analyze
inventory performance and identify trends affecting stock availability and
profitability.
Monitor
stock turnover and recommend strategies to improve inventory productivity.
Identify
fast-moving, slow-moving, dormant, obsolete, and excess inventory.
Analyze
inventory ageing and recommend markdowns, transfers, promotions, or liquidation
where necessary.
Monitor
product availability to reduce stock-outs and lost sales.
Support
demand forecasting using sales history, seasonal trends, and promotional
activities.
Generate
recommendations that optimize inventory investment and improve working capital
utilization.
Conduct
daily reconciliation of physical inventory against system records.
Investigate
inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Ensure
timely resolution of stock variances.
Review
adjustment reports and validate inventory corrections before approval.
Maintain
complete documentation supporting inventory adjustments.
Plan
and coordinate daily cycle counts.
Coordinate
periodic departmental stock counts.
Participate
in monthly, quarterly, and annual physical inventory exercises.
Monitor
inventory shrinkage and identify root causes.
Work
closely with Internal Audit and Loss Prevention teams to strengthen inventory
controls.
Qualifications & Skills
Minimum
of B.Sc. / HND in Supply Chain Management or related fields
Applicant
must have either NYSC Discharge, Exemption certificate or Exclusion letter.
Proven
experience as a stock controller, or in a similar role within retail (FMCG
experience preferred).
Excellent
analytical skills with the ability to interpret consumer data and market
trends.
Strong
knowledge of supply chain processes, inventory management, and forecasting.
Proficiency
in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong
interpersonal and communication skills for building collaboration internally.
Ability
to train and mentor junior team members.
We offer
A
competitive compensation and benefits package
A
collaborative environment where we support each other to succeed as a team
A
value-based culture
A
diverse and inclusive environment
Great
learning and growth opportunities.
Application Closing Date
31st
December, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested
and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
