Deputy Stores Manager at Duma works

Job Purpose

To supervise general operations within the stores/stocks department ensuring efficient receipt, storage and issuance of stock

Deputy Stores Manager Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with suppliers on delivery of stocks
• Plan coordinate and monitor receipt of orders and issuance of stock
• Coordinate the use of ERP systems for stock management
• Conduct cycle counts as per defined procedures
• Ensure stock control systems are up to date
• Ensure accurate inventory of all SKU’s
• Plan and coordinate procurement of future stock capacity requirements
• Implement loss prevention procedures within stocks dept
• Maintain stock inventory records
• Generate inventory reports as per required procedures
• Ensure compliance with company policies and guidelines on receipt, storage and goods issuance within team
• Maintain and ensure a clean, safe working environment within the stocks warehouse
• Ensure team’s compliance with ISO practices
• Work as per Kaizen Guidelines
• Motivate organise and encourage team work among stores workers to ensure work efficiency and in compliance with set standard operating procedures

Requirements for the Deputy Stores Manager Job

• Higher national diploma, diploma of degree in stores management/supplies management
• KCSE grade C and above
• Completion of the CIP package will be an added advantage
• Working knowledge of inventory stores systems and Bin allocation & Management
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate leadership
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and high integrity
• Proficiency in computers (Microsoft Office) • Demonstrated good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• 7 to 10 years relevant work experience within a steel fabrication/steel trading environment
• Proven Experience working with SAGE stock ERP systems and inventory control

Additional requirements

• Previous experience in Kaizen and an ISO certified environment
• Management Experience
• Warehousing background will be an added advantage