Storekeeper

Description (Public)

The Storekeeper manages and controls factory stores, ensuring timely availability of materials, accurate inventory records and minimal stock losses in support of uninterrupted factory operations, reporting to the Factory Accountant.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Receive and inspect materials, spare parts, packaging and chemicals delivered to the factory stores
Verify deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes and prepare Goods Received Notes
Maintain accurate stock cards, inventory registers and electronic stock records
Issue stock only against authorised requisitions and apply FIFO and FEFO rotation
Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile with inventory records
Ensure proper storage, labelling, preservation and security of materials
Report slow-moving, obsolete and near-expiry stock to the Factory Accountant

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing and Supplies, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Stores Management, Inventory Management, Accounting, Finance or a related field
Minimum of three years of practical experience in stores management and inventory control
Computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel and inventory management systems
Knowledge of stocktaking, reconciliation, FIFO and FEFO principles
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and occupational health and safety requirements
High integrity, attention to detail and strong organisational skills