Inventory Assistant

Job Title: Inventory Assistant

Department: Inventory / Warehouse / Supply Chain
Location: Thrissur

Job Summary

The Inventory Assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records through regular stock audits, system updates, and coordination with cross-functional teams. The role ensures stock accuracy, proper documentation, timely resolution of discrepancies, and effective reporting to support planning and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts, and physical verifications to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Track stock movements including inward, outward, inter-warehouse/store transfers, adjustments, and returns, ensuring real-time system updates.
• Investigate stock variances and coordinate with warehouse and store teams to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation such as GRN, GRC, stock transfer notes, and inventory adjustment entries.
• Maintain and monitor records for damaged, aged, slow-moving, and non-moving inventory.
• Coordinate with purchase, warehouse, and store teams to resolve pending stock issues and discrepancies.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and labeling standards to prevent damage, shrinkage, or misplacement of textile items.
• Track arrival shortages and follow up with warehouse teams and suppliers until closure.
• Provide accurate stock availability, consumption, and movement reports to support the planning team.
• Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly inventory MIS reports with management.
• Support continuous improvement in inventory control and stock management processes.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of inventory management and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and inventory management systems (ERP/WMS).
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Good coordination and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to handle high-volume data and meet reporting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or a similar role (preferred).
• Experience in retail, textile, FMCG, or distribution environments is an advantage.

Preferred Attributes

• Process-oriented and organized
• Problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
• Willingness to visit warehouses/stores if required

Interested candidates may share their CV at hrd@kalyansilks.com or WhatsApp at 9249089603.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person