Storekeeper

Job Description

• The Store Keeper will be responsible for managing and maintaining the company's inventory, ensuring efficient storage and accurate record-keeping of stock levels. This role involves receiving, issuing, and organizing goods while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The Store Keeper plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations and continuous availability of stock in a timely and organized manner.

Reports To: Store Manager

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, including regular stock checks and audits.
• Receiving Goods: Inspect and verify the quantity and quality of incoming goods, materials, or supplies against delivery notes or purchase orders.
• Issuing Stock: Distribute materials, equipment, and supplies to various departments or outlets based on approved requisitions.
• Organizing Stock: Arrange and label stock in the store systematically to ensure easy access and avoid clutter.
• Stock Replenishment: Monitor stock levels regularly and prepare replenishment orders to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Record Keeping: Update inventory records in the system and maintain physical documentation of stock movements e.g., receipts, invoices, and requisition forms.
• Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports to provide updates on inventory status, shortages, and discrepancies.
• Stock Audits: Assist in conducting periodic physical stock audits and reconciling any discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
• Safety & Security: Ensure that the store is always secured, keeping materials safe from theft, damage, or deterioration. Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents.
• Quality Control: Monitor the condition of stored goods to prevent spoilage, damage, or wastage, and report any quality issues to the supervisor.
• Handling Equipment: Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trolleys when necessary.
• Receiving Returns: Handle the return of defective or excess stock and ensure they are properly logged and reported to the appropriate department.
• Housekeeping: Keep the store clean, organized, and safe, adhering to all cleanliness and safety guidelines.
• Ad hoc duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a diploma or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is an advantage.
• 2-4years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or a similar role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in inventory management software e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Excel, Word.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move heavy items and work in warehouse environments.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in stock counting and documentation.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to organize and manage a large inventory efficiently.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management.
• Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team and coordinate with other departments.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in operating forklifts or other warehouse machinery certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of stock management best practices.
• Understanding of safety and security procedures for inventory management.