Inventory Management Specialist at Dangote

The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:

Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation

Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.

The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Job Description

An experienced Inventory Management Specialist in Dangote Cement Transport plays a critical role in managing inventory, ensuring availability of parts, and supporting fleet operations through effective supply chain and logistics practices. 

Core Responsibilities

Manage inventory of truck parts, consumables, and spares across multiple depots or terminals.
Ensure accurate stock records, timely replenishment, and minimum stock-outs.
Coordinate with maintenance/workshop teams to meet fleet servicing needs.
Oversee inward and outward movement of goods, tools, tyres and critical assets.
Implement inventory control systems (e.g., ERP, barcode tracking, bin card system).
Drive cost optimization and reduce wastage/pilferage.
Manage vendor relationships and support procurement on stock forecasting.
Enforce compliance with safety, quality, and audit standards.

Requirements

Education: Degree or HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related
Experience: Minimum 5–7 years managing stores/warehouses in a fleet, transport, haulage, or construction environment.
Technical Skills:

Hands-on with inventory systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or transport-specific ERPs).
Strong understanding of truck components, tyres, and service parts.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance schedules and parts planning.

Soft Skills:

Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
Analytical and detail-oriented.
Ability to work under pressure in fast-moving logistics operations.

Certifications (preferred):

CIPS, warehouse management certification, or supply chain/logistics training.