Modelo de gestión de inventarios para la empresa “Plastimas”, cantón Riobamba, provincia de Chimborazo

Abstract

This research called Inventory Management Model for “PLASTIMAS” Company, Riobamba canton, province of Chimborazo aims to assist its managers to make better decisions in the management and control of merchandise. The development of this work was based on visits to the organization, interviews with the manager, and surveys of six employees. A lack of inventory control was identified, which presented problems in terms of not knowing the total value invested in the products. There are no clearly defined procedures and policies, and there is no accurate information on the stocks held in both accounting and physical inventories. For the development of the proposal, a situational diagnosis was carried out in the organization to determine the determining factors of both internal and external risks through the application of a SWOT analysis. The manual of processes was established proposing policies and procedures for the purchasing, sales, storage, and preventive counting departments, which are reflected in process flowcharts. The ABC analysis was carried out based on the data provided by the company to know which products are generating the most investment. The execution of the economic order quantity for merchandise purchases was carried out. It was concluded that the inventory management model will help the company to improve its internal processes so that it can manage and control inventory effectively and efficiently. It is recommended to implement this proposal since it will allow having timely and quality information, which will help minimize costs, generate higher sales, and increase profits, which not only benefits the company but also society in general.