Storekeeper (Dry Store)
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate records of stock receipts, issuance, transfers, and inventory withdrawals.
- Receive, inspect, unload, and properly store incoming goods and supplies.
- Verify deliveries against purchase orders and report any damages, discrepancies, or shortages to the relevant department for follow-up and documentation.
- Organise, label, pack, and arrange stock systematically to ensure easy identification and accessibility.
- Conduct regular stock rotation and coordinate disposal of damaged, expired, or excess items.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock availability at all times.
- Maintain proper documentation and inventory control procedures to support accurate stock management.
- Coordinate movement of materials, equipment handling, and minor maintenance activities when required.
- Ensure the dry store area is clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene and safety standards.
- Adhere to company policies, warehouse procedures, and storage regulations.
- Work closely with internal departments and support teamwork by fostering positive communication and cooperation.
- Assist with stock counts, inventory audits, and other warehouse-related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Minimum secondary school education or equivalent qualification.
- Prior experience as a Storekeeper, Warehouse Assistant, or in a similar inventory-related role is preferred.
- Experience in dry store or warehouse operations will be an added advantage.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy in inventory handling and record-keeping.
- Knowledge of inventory management processes, including receiving, storing, and issuing goods.
- Ability to maintain proper documentation and stock records.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with inventory management systems is an advantage.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments.
- Familiarity with workplace safety and housekeeping standards.
- Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Positive attitude, reliable, and willing to work overtime or weekends when operationally required.
- Strong problem-solving skills to address inventory discrepancies and operational issues effectively.