Company Overview
\nJaza is working to power Sub-Saharan Africa. We build solar-powered shops which charge batteries customers use to power their homes. Since 2022, we\u2019ve achieved over 4 million battery swaps, providing approximately 225,000 people access to clean, affordable energy.
\nWe employ women from each community (known as Jaza Stars) to run the service, empowering our team to become leaders, entrepreneurs and drivers of economic growth within their communities. For more information on what we are building, check out www.jazaenergy.com and watch the video the BBC made about Jaza.
\nPosition Overview
\nRegional Inventory Controller
\nLocation- Tanzania
\nSupply Chain at Jaza Energy is a fun, fast-paced, agile and people-focused business.<\/p>\n
Within the supply chain function, we believe in the motto \u201cWe win through our people\u201d.
\nThe Inventory Controller owns end-to-end stock integrity at the regional fulfillment centre. The role exists to eliminate stock inaccuracies, enforce transaction discipline, and establish a controlled, auditable inventory environment aligned to the inventory management system and Finance.
\nThis is a build role. Ownership is absolute across inbound, storage, outbound, and reverse logistics.
\nIf you are looking for a change and ready to make a difference\u2026 We are looking for you.
\nReporting to:\u00a0Regional Operations Lead (dotted line to Country Transport Coordinator)
\nIf this sounds like a team you would like to join\u2026 Keep reading.
\nExpectation:<\/p>\n
Zero reliance on adjustment-based workarounds
\nStock accuracy consistently above 98 percent across all categories
\nAll inventory movements executed through valid IMS transaction types
\nCycle count programme executed without gaps across all item classes
\nReverse logistics fully controlled with clear ownership, tracking, and closure
\nAudit readiness maintained at all times with full documentation and controls
\nFull traceability of serialized inventory across inbound, storage, and outbound
\nReal-time alignment between IMS records, physical stock, and QBO valuation
\nWarehouse zoning fully enforced with no mixed or undefined inventory locations
\nReporting is accurate, timely, and decision-ready for Supply Chain and Finance<\/p>\n
Duties & Responsibilities :
\n1.Inventory execution and control<\/p>\n
Own end-to-end inventory integrity from inbound receipt to outbound dispatch and returns
\nEnsure all stock movements are system-led, validated, and fully traceable
\nEliminate manual workarounds and enforce transaction discipline across all flows<\/p>\n
2.Inbound and receiving discipline<\/p>\n
Receive all inbound shipments against approved POs with full verification of quantity, serial numbers, and condition
\nExecute serialized GRNs in the inventory management system with strict PO linkage and three-way match validation
\nQuarantine all non-conforming inventory with immediate exception logging
\nCoordinate inbound scheduling to ensure readiness across dock, labour, and storage zones
\nCapture landed cost inputs and share with Finance for reconciliation<\/p>\n
3.Warehouse structure and inventory organisation<\/p>\n
Maintain strict six-zone warehouse structure (Z1 Inbound Staging, Z2 Available Stock, Z3 Kitting and Outbound, Z4 Returns and Repairs, Z5 Obsolete and Scrap and Z6 Quarantine)
\nEnforce bin-level location control with accurate inventory management system mapping at all times
\nMaintain clear segregation across usable, repair, quarantine, and scrap inventory<\/p>\n
4.Outbound and fulfillment discipline<\/p>\n
Execute picking, packing, and staging aligned to S&OE deployment plans
\nValidate all outbound loads through system, physical, and documentation checks
\nMaintain forward visibility of deployment demand and flag stock risks early
\nEnsure complete and accurate outbound documentation before dispatch
\nEnforce IMS-based order execution across all internal stakeholders<\/p>\n
5.Reverse logistics ownership<\/p>\n
Own intake, classification, and system update of all returned inventory
\nApply condition-based zoning and same-day IMS updates for all returns
\nCapture structured reason codes to support variance and performance analysis
\nManage supplier return processes through to credit closure
\nMaintain a live returns tracker with full visibility and accountability<\/p>\n
6.Inventory audit and cycle counting<\/p>\n
Design and execute a tiered cycle count programme across all inventory classes
\nConduct quarterly full reconciliations with documented root cause analysis
\nInvestigate and resolve all variances with clear accountability
\nMaintain a detailed inventory movement log with full transaction traceability
\nMonitor and control transaction reversals with strict justification and escalation<\/p>\n
7.Inventory management system data discipline and systems control<\/p>\n
Enforce strict use of IMS transaction types across all inventory activities
\nMaintain full alignment between IMS structure and physical warehouse layout
\nEnforce role-based access and approval workflows
\nSurface system issues and gaps to Inventory Coordinator and Tech teams
\nSupport training and adherence to system usage standards<\/p>\n
8.Performance reporting and Finance interface<\/p>\n
Deliver weekly reports including SOH, GRN status, cycle count adherence, and transaction logs
\nProduce monthly variance and write-off reports with full documentation
\nSupport Finance in reconciliation across IMS, physical stock, and QBO
\nTrack and report inventory aging and risk categories
\nEnsure all reporting is proactive, accurate, and aligned to decision cycles<\/p>\n
9.Safety, compliance and standards<\/p>\n
Enforce lithium battery storage and safety protocols
\nMaintain warehouse safety standards across layout, PPE, and access
\nAct as DRI for warehouse SOPs and work instruction updates
\nEnsure compliance with HSSE, audit, and regulatory requirements<\/p>\n
Requirements:<\/p>\n
Proven ability to manage serialized, high-value inventory environments
\nHands-on experience with cycle count programme design and execution
\nCommercial awareness of inventory impact on cost, loss, and working capital
\nStrong understanding of inventory reconciliation across system, physical, and financial layers
\nAbility to produce accurate, decision-grade reports for operational and finance stakeholders
\nExperience enforcing SOPs and process discipline in warehouse environments
\nStrong problem-solving capability in high-pressure, execution-driven environments
\nExperience operating in emerging market conditions with infrastructure and system constraints
\nStrong cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and Tech
\nStrong working knowledge of IMS or WMS systems with strict transaction discipline<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/p>\n
3 to 5 years of warehouse operations experience with direct ownership of stock accuracy
\nDegree or HND in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, or Engineering
\nHands-on experience with IMS, WMS, or ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
\nProven track record in cycle counting, variance analysis, and reconciliation processes
\nProficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for reporting and analysis
\nExperience working with Finance on inventory valuation and reconciliation
\nFamiliarity with HSSE standards in warehouse operations, including battery handling<\/p>\n
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