Head of Inventory Management | Retail/FMCG (Kharkiv, Ukraine)

Education:

University Degree

Work experience:

Working hours:

Full-time, hybrid

Description of a vacancy

Our client is a fast-growing Ukrainian grocery supermarket chain currently expanding its operational capabilities and looking for a Head of Inventory Management (Retail/FMCG), based in Kharkiv.

The company is seeking a strong manager and inventory management expert who will drive inventory optimization processes, improve business efficiency, and further develop the inventory management function across the retail network.

Requirements:

Higher education degree;
Minimum 3 years of experience in inventory management, preferably within FMCG or retail;
Confident user of MS Office with practical experience working in 1C;
Experience working with automated ordering systems would be an advantage;
Valid category B driving license;
Experience managing teams;
Proactive mindset, strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and a systematic approach to process management.

We offer:

Opportunity to join a dynamic and stable retail company with active business growth;
Competitive compensation package and official employment;
Working schedule: Monday–Friday, 09:00–18:00;
Hybrid working format with business trips to Kharkiv;
Employee reservation status;
Medical insurance, fuel compensation, housing rental compensation, and mobile communication reimbursement;
Real opportunity to influence business processes and implement your own ideas and solutions;
Professional development, training programs, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Organizing and managing the work of the inventory management department;
Managing inventory processes, including optimization of supply sources, delivery schedules, order frequency, order volumes, and warehouse processing operations;
Setting up and controlling the automated ordering system, ensuring timely order generation and submission;
Developing, implementing, and optimizing business processes and internal procedures to improve inventory management efficiency;
Building the department structure, participating in motivation system development, and organizing team training and development;
Improving software solutions and inventory management processes;
Preparing analytical and management reporting based on operational results;
Participating in project implementation and business transformation initiatives.