Senior Inventory Officer - Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited

Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited (CNML) is a subsidiary of Shandong Gold Mining Co. Ltd., which is duly listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). CNML is developing its’ primary asset located in the Upper East Region of Ghana with a strategic vision to build a world-leading, highly valuable and responsible world-class gold mining enterprise.

Job Description

• Location: Bolgatanga (Mine Site)
• Unit: Warehouse and Inventory
• Department: Supply Chain Management
• Job reports to: Supply Chain Superintendent
• Direct Reports: None

Job Purpose

The incumbent will oversee all warehouse and inventory activities, including delivery and receiving of inbound stock and non-stock items (foreign and local), and ensuring their proper storage and internal distribution.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Management and Control

• Provide strong tactical Inventory Management oversight for the Mine.
• Ensure various inventory counts; order supplies and goods as needed when the stock level for items is too low.
• Ensure timely receipts, binning, issuance of spares and Inventory integrity.
• Manage stock counts and resolve any stock discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures concerning receiving, storage and issuing activities.

Warehouse Operations Management

• Hold regular toolbox meetings and ensure strict enforcement of and adherence to company Health Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and codes of practice.
• Manage all Warehouse operations, including receiving, material numbering, stacking, storage and issuing of stock both online and offline.
• Establish optimal delivery points to end-users through efficient channels of distribution.
• Oversee that receiving functions and discrepancy identification are performed at all warehouse facilities and that transactions are addressed and resolved promptly.
• Establish, implement and monitor a parts preservation program that suitably protects inventory items from deterioration due to inadequate storage and exposure to the elements of the weather.
• Approve write-offs emanating from cycle counts (within his financial limit).
• Assist in identifying training and knowledge gaps within the Warehouse section and contribute to the development of suitable training interventions. 
• Perform any other related duties and/or assist other sections of the department based on the exigencies of the company as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Skills or Experience

Minimum qualification (s)

• Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Procurement/Supply Chain Management/Business Administration, Engineering, or relevant discipline.
• Qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or equivalent professional institution (desirable).

Experience (Minimum)

• Seven (7) years of working experience in procurement/supply chain function or similar position in a mining industry or similar environment.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Inventory Management and warehouse operation in the mining environment.

Knowledge (In-depth)

• Good Computer Skills in related packages.
• Must be conversant with the Procurement Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana and internationally recognized warehouse/inventor standards.
• Thorough understanding of supply chain practices and procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of any well-recognized ERP software. SAP is an advantage.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Results-oriented drive and solid work ethic, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Critical thinking, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Leadership and behavioural attributes

• Ability to influence 
• Teamwork and collaborative skills 
• Efficiency and Quality 
• Thorough and Meticulous 
• Critical thinking and analytical

Special conditions or requirements of the Job

• Ability to influence 
• Teamwork and collaborative skills 
• Efficiency and Quality 
• Thorough and Meticulous 
• Critical thinking and analytical
• The working environment is multi-cultural, and hence sensitivity is required.
• Valuing diversity and inclusion practices are essential.
• Extended working hours involved.
• Stringent deadlines
• High volume work
• Routine / non-routine duties
• Medically fit for the position and environment