Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Inventory Controller at SevenUp Bottling Company (SBC).
About Seven Up Bottling Company (SBC)
Established in 1960, Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC) is a leading Nigerian beverage manufacturer. With nine state-of-the-art bottling plants, they produce and distribute popular soft drink brands like 7up, Pepsi, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, H2oH!, Teem, Lipton Ice Tea, and Aquafina premium drinking water, contributing to Nigeria’s rich history and heritage.
Summary
- Company: Seven Up Bottling Company (SBC)
- Job Title: Inventory Controller
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Location: Enugu, Nigeria
Job Title: Inventory Controller
Job Summary
We are hiring for an Inventory Controller who will be responsible for monitoring and managing all financial aspects of inventory across the supply chain in the plant. This role ensures accurate inventory valuation, cost control, and compliance with accounting standards while working closely with operations, procurement, and warehousing teams to optimize stock management and minimize financial risks.
Job Details
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely reconciliation between physical stock and financial systems.
- Monitor and analyse inventory movements, aging, and stock variances to identify risks and opportunities.
- Partner with supply chain and operations teams to review inventory levels, turnover, and obsolescence.
- Prepare inventory reports and support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including inventory valuation and journal entries.
- Perform root cause analysis on stock adjustments, write-offs, and inventory losses.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements related to inventory.
- Support the development and implementation of inventory management policies and procedures.
- Assist in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, including planning, execution, and analysis.
- Contribute to working capital improvement initiatives by providing insights into inventory optimization.
- Provide support during internal and external audits regarding inventory-related queries and documentation.
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Requirements for the Position of Inventory Controller at SevenUp Bottling Company (SBC)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent is a plus).
- 4+ years of relevant experience in finance, inventory control, or supply chain finance in an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory accounting principles, including standard costing, FIFO, and weighted average methods.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics); strong Excel skills required.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with non-financial teams.
Deadline
24th February, 2026
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