Job Purpose
This position is responsible for supervising the operations of stores through maintenance of proper inventory records to facilitate accuracy and accountability.
Requirements for the Stores Supervisor Job
Degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or Bachelor of Business Management (Purchasing and Supplies Option) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Must be registered members of a professional body (KISM/CIPS)Must have knowledge of ERP (Enterprises Resource Planning)Should show Active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities.
The applicants must have a minimum of three(3) years work experience(i.e. post qualification experience) as a Stores Assistant in a large or busy organization with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.
Stores Supervisor Job Responsibilities
Supervise the day-to-day activities of the stores assistants in accordance to set work plans to facilitate achievement of departmental objectives.
Oversee the storage of supplies and inventories in an established method for facilitate safety and easy retrieval
Maintain an accurate record of inventories to facilitate tracking of stock levels and inform restocking decisions
Participate in the stock taking exercise to ensure that the physical stocks tallies with system records and reconciling the stocks
Coordinate activities of the store assistants to and ensure harmonious operations
Receive and inspect goods and ensure compliance to specifications
Monitor inventory levels and movements using manual and computerized systems to ensure adequate stocks
Posting of suppliers invoices in the system and approving them for payment
Ensuring re-order levels are maintained at all times
Liaise with suppliers on their deliveries and invoices
Compiling stores reports on a quarterly basis
Ensure proper record keeping and accounting of inventories
Supervising issuing and receipts of inventories
Any other duty as assigned by the Head of Section/ Department
Skills and Competencies
Computer literacy
Team building and team work.
Interpersonal skills.
Good communication skills.
Leadership skills
Organizational skills
Analytical ability
Ability to work under pressure
Supervisory Skills
Terms Of Service
Appointment to this position is either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.
Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances.
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