PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The senior storekeeper is responsible to oversees general store operations including: receiving and issuing of goods, storage of inventory, conducting stock checks, recording warehouse transactions, handling the shipment and taking deliveries, as well as guaranteeing the safe and efficient operation in the store

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIE

• Maintaining inventory, receiving stock, placing purchase orders, data entry into the inventory management system;
• Reviews requests for supplies, materials and tools needed for future projects and answers inquiries regarding stock levels;
• Issuance of materials and supplies to all departments in the organization;
• Scrutinize all deliveries and ensure that defective or incorrect items are returned;
• Examine stock and identify depreciated and obsolete stock for disposal;

• Control the stock level and preparation of requisitions for supplies and materials;
• Stacking, arranging items in the store and properly organize the warehouse;
• Maintain up-to-date information and keep documentation of materials received and issued;

• Preserve records, prepare periodic reports and provide to the department in charges;
• Supervises regular physical inventories, including cycle counts, of all stock items;
• Uses Internet technology, other telecommunication networks, electronic mail, and manufacturer technical catalogs and manuals to obtain current, accurate specifications of materials, supplies and tools;
• Establishes control procedures to assure the security of warehouse stock and other items located at stores/warehouse locations

Job Requirement

• B.A. Degree in Procurement, supplies management, logistics, supply chain management or related fields from recognized university
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience

SKILLS & COMPETENCES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent verbal and written professional Amharic language skills;
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines;
• Ability to undertake and complete tasks with limited supervision;
• Excellent reporting and document handling skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with integrity and confidentiality;
• Demonstrated ability to operate well in a collaborative and cooperative environment;
• Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness;
• High knowledge of political and electoral environment in Ethiopia;
• Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality and impartiality (Not being a member of any political party);
• Ability to operate in a changing environment with high coordination skills;
• Fluency in English and Amharic required (written and spoken).