Inventory Controller , Process Excellence

Job Summary:

Inventory Controller Process Excellence & Coordination

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Management & Control:

• Manage end-to-end inventory processes ensuring real-time tracking and accuracy.
  
• Monitor inventory movement (inward/outward/return) and ensure timely updates in

  SAP

  .
• Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure adherence to stock control procedures.
  

Reverse Logistics (Mandatory):

• Handle complete

  reverse logistics operations

  including collection, quality check, and restocking or disposal.
• Track return shipments from end-users, clients, or sites, and ensure timely receipt into the warehouse.
  
• Coordinate with service/field teams for return pickups, documentation, and SAP entries.
  

Strong Follow-Up & Coordination:

• Ensure proper documentation and system entries for all inventory sent, received, and returned.
  
• Establish a

  robust follow-up mechanism

  with internal teams (logistics, project, finance) for tracking inventory movements.
• Maintain a daily reconciliation log of inventory transfers and returns.
  

Inventory Planning & Reconciliation:

• Forecast inventory needs based on consumption trends and business demand.
  
• Plan and coordinate procurement needs and maintain minimum stock levels.
  
• Conduct periodic

  physical stock audits

  and reconcile variances with system data.

Inventory Quality Check:

• Inspect incoming and returned inventory for quality, damage, and compliance.
  
• Tag non-conforming items and ensure proper segregation, documentation, and action.
  
• Work closely with the quality and compliance teams for inspection protocols.
  

MIS & Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain accurate

  MIS reports

  on inventory health, movement, returns, and valuations.
• Generate dashboards and analytical reports using

  MS Excel

  and

  SAP

  for management reviews.
• Identify process gaps and suggest actionable improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
  

Process Excellence:

• Identify and implement best practices in inventory handling and control.
  
• Standardize inventory workflows for operational consistency and minimal error rate.
  
• Support process automation initiatives and improve warehouse operational efficiency.
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum

  4 years of relevant experience

  in inventory control, warehouse management, and reverse logistics.
• Strong knowledge of

  SAP (MM/WM)

  and

  Excel-based MIS

  preparation.
• Proven experience in managing inventory cycle audits, reconciliation, and planning.
  
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills with a proactive follow-up approach.
  
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail for process improvement and error resolution

richa.karana@innovatiview.com