Primary Purpose
To manage the day-to-day operations of the Central Store by ensuring accurate receipt, storage, inventory control and issuance of materials while providing procurement support as required to ensure continuity of Supply Chain operations.
Job Description/Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Store Operations:
Receive and inspect inventory delivered to the Central Store.
Store inventory safely and accurately according to established standards.
Issue approved inventory to requesting departments.
Monitor stock levels and initiate replenishment requests at reorder levels.
Maintain accurate inventory records using the inventory management system.
Participate in routine stock counts and reconciliations.
Ensure the store remains organised, clean and properly labelled.
Report inventory discrepancies, damages and stock variances promptly.
Procurement Support:
Support the Procurement team with assigned requisitions during periods of operational demand.
Obtain supplier quotations and prepare pricing comparisons where assigned.
Follow up with suppliers on approved purchase orders and deliveries.
Maintain procurement documentation within the shared procurement drive.
Assist with supplier sourcing and market visits where required.
Provide operational support for procurement activities as assigned.
General Responsibilities:
Comply with procurement and inventory policies.
Submit required reports within agreed timelines.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties assigned in line with departmental objectives.
Education
Bachelor''s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Pharmacy, Business Administration or related disciplines
Years of experience:
2 - 4 years relevant experience in inventory, store operations, procurement or supply chain.
Skills
Inventory Management
Stock Control
Inventory Software/ERP
Microsoft Excel
Procurement Support
Documentation & Record Keeping
Data Entry.
Behavioural:
Attention to Detail
Organisation
Communication
Accountability
Time Management
Initiative
Integrity
Problem Solving
Teamwork.