Práticas de gestão de estoque em uma empresa fabricante de gelatos: estudo de caso

Abstract

Inventory management involves the control, planning, optimization of storage, and distribution of products, aiming to efficiently meet customer demand while avoiding excessive costs. Considering the numerous advantages of this theme, the present study aims to analyze it in a large-scale premium gelato company. The central problem lies in the excessive purchase of certain inputs, leading to capital immobilization and potential waste. Furthermore, the lack of alignment between purchasing policies and product removal from the production mix leads to overstocking and financial losses. With this in mind, the research aims to evaluate inventory management focusing on optimizing purchases, reducing capital immobilization, and improving storage space. To do this, specific inputs and packaging that represent a high monetary value in relation to the total inventory cost will be analyzed. The research follows an applied approach, seeking to offer practical solutions to improve the company's inventory management system. The research method included literature exploration, which enabled the construction of a theoretical framework, problem and opportunity identification, followed by suggestions for improvements to the chosen study object. Thus, the work aims to enhance the efficiency of inventory management, aligning it with real demands and ensuring product availability to customers. The study identified that the company faces significant challenges in inventory management, with approximately 30% of the inventory value immobilized in just eight materials. The low inventory turnover indicates prolonged item permanence, which can result in additional costs and waste. Additionally, the high inventory coverage suggests a potential excess of materials. The available storage space is not sufficiently large, leading to improper storage in non-designated areas. It is proposed to reduce inventory levels to align them with the company's actual demand. This requires a review of inventory levels and a safety margin in delivery lead time. These inventory management improvements are crucial to optimize operational efficiency, reduce costs, and avoid losses associated with improper storage and excess inventory.