Stores Associate at Britam

Job Purpose

Responsible for the smooth running of the Britam stores in accordance with the Administration Policies and Procedure Manual.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance of inventories at the levels set by the management so that there are no overstocking or stockouts
• Confirm that all user-satisfactory items are received and delivery notes duly signed
• Guarantee efficient inventory management and support user department(s) in ordering adequate merchandise and supplies
• Ensure that proper control of stocks in and out of the stores is maintained
• Preserve updated records of stores items
• Ensure maintenance of stock re-order level
• Ensure accurate accounting for all transactions to and from the stores and reconciliation of the system quantity and physical stock counts
• Prepare relevant, accurate inventory monthly reports for analysis
• Proactively resolve stores inventory issues that arise to ensure organizational effectiveness
• Ensure that all incoming materials are received, inspected and reconciled with the purchase orders (LPOs) and that any damages and discrepancies on orders received are documented and tracked
• Issue approved stores requisitions to departments and to the branch network
• Verify that all goods received agree with the purchase order specifications, quality and quantity
• Conduct the quarterly stock take of inventory, analyze the variances and report accordingly

Key Performance Measures

• As described in your Personal Score Card
• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Management or a business-related course
• 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience in stock control and dispatch planning.
• Strong computer and business solutions software skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Membership to KISM will be an added advantage