Abstract.

Inventory has an important role in a business operation, the company is required to do proactive management that able to anticipate problems and challenges in inventory management. Through optimal inventory control, companies can reduce inventory costs so the company goals can be achieved. This study aims to determine the control of raw materials applied by PT. Dirgayusa Apparelindo. This research is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach. Data collection in this study was carried out in the natural setting, primary data through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data validity and reliability were tested using triangulation techniques. The results showed that company in carrying out inventory control is still not optimal, especially in efforts to reduce the ordering cost, the risk of storage in warehouse, and in determining the amount of inventory. The company also has not applied any ordering decision techniques, so it is recommended to use the MRP method.

Keywords: Raw materials ꞏ Material requirement planning ꞏ Inventory control Inventory