M-KOPA Solar is recruiting an Inventory Officer – eMobility position in Mombasa. Proficiency in inventory management, ERP systems (D365), and stock reconciliation is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving and verifying all incoming stock from OEMs; physically
counting units and reconciling against Purchase Orders, delivery notes,
and accompanying documentation before acceptance, and receipting all
inbound stock in D365 with serial numbers, chassis numbers, and item codes
captured accurately and without delay
- Processing outbound stock issues, transfers, returns, and
adjustments through D365 and Zoho CRM, and preparing all outbound
documentation including transfer notes, delivery documentation, and
dispatch confirmations
- Ensuring all stock movements; inbound, outbound, interbranch
transfers, returns, and adjustments are updated in real time across D365
and Zoho, targeting a minimum stock accuracy of ≥99%
- Conducting regular cycle counts and supporting monthly full physical
stock takes, submitting variance reports within agreed SLAs, and
performing root-cause analysis on recurring stock discrepancies
- Managing all stock returns including batteries receiving, assessing,
and recording returned units by condition, and overseeing the full
refurbishment lifecycle from return receipt through quality assessment to
re-entry into available stock
- Managing free trial and loaner bike inventory, tracking allocation,
return dates, condition, and system status for all units in this category
- Ensuring timely and accurate receipting of all Purchase Orders in
D365 and maintaining complete inventory transaction documentation
including goods received notes, delivery notes, transfer records, variance
reports, and reconciliation schedules
- Reporting daily on stock movements, variances, and open items,
generating and analysing inventory reports from the ERP, and recommending
process improvements to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency
- Supporting Finance with monthly stock reconciliations, maintaining
audit-ready records, and participating in internal and external audits
- This is an on-site role based
in Nairobi and Mombasa. You will be reporting to the
Inventory Manager.
Expertise
- A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration, Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of experience in inventory management, stock control, or a
related operations role
- Practical, hands-on experience using an ERP system; Microsoft
Dynamics 365 (D365) strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory reporting
- Solid understanding of inventory control principles including FIFO,
serial and batch tracking, cycle counting methodology, and stock valuation
basics
- Exceptional attention to detail; able to catch and resolve
discrepancies at the serial number and unit level before they compound
- Nice to have: experience in the automotive, electric vehicle, or
mobility sector; familiarity with Zoho CRM
How to Apply
