Head of Stores Job at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Stores

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Head of Stores is expected to execute inventory control measures to ensure the company minimizes stock holding and maximizes stock system efficiency with proper documentation.
• He/She is responsible for working with procurement on goods inwards and issues to ensure necessary functions are carried out correctly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory levels, stock management, and supply chain processes to ensure product availability and minimize shrinkage.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of stores to ensure access to necessary materials and supplies.
• Monitor trends of product receipt and dispatch at the stores to provide the basis for demand forecasting
• Ensure the store is optimally utilized by constantly reviewing layout, space utilization and material flow to identify improvement areas.
• Implement and Maintain approved HSE best practices, policies and procedures for the Stores Safety Management System.
• Work with procurement and supply chain teams to optimize inventory turnover and reduce excess stock.
• Maintain up-to-date records of materials inventory at the stores (existing stock, pending orders, receipts and withdrawals from the storeroom. etc.).
• Provide information on current stock and orders to justify re-ordering.
• Regularly review and analyze store performance data, identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensures that rules and regulations relating to physical custody and preservation of storeroom are followed.
• Ensure that all reservations are properly checked and signed before issuance of parts.
• Direct and coordinate all activities of storeroom personnel.
• Received, unloaded and shelvede supplies (AGO, tyres and other supplies).
• Supervised AGO and Tyre Managers for daily delivery
• Inspect deliveries for damage or discrepancies: report those to accounting for reimbursements and record keeping.
• Implements action plans to monitor and control risk related to storeroom operations.
• Ensure that all parts received and issued are properly documented.
• Ensure that all reservations are properly checked and signed before issuance of parts.
• Ensure that all storeroom personnel provide satisfactory services in compliance with best practices.
• Perform other stock-related duties, including returning, packing, pricing and labelling supplies.
• Implements action plans to monitor and control risk related to storeroom operations.

Academic / Professional Qualifications

• B.Sc. / B.A. in Accounting, Business Administration and other related business majors.
• M.Sc. in Transport and Logistics, Supply chain management, and other related business majors are additional advantages.
• Professional Certification (CIPS, CILSCM etc.).

Work Experience:

• 15 years of relevant work experience in Storeroom Management and Inventory Control in a reputable organization.

Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of inventory, proper bookkeeping, logistics, and distribution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent ICT skills in inventory management.
• Outstanding planning and scheduling skills.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and people management skills are essential, a motivated frontline leader who can develop a competent inventory team.
• Familiarity with standard concepts and best practices in a stockroom or warehouse environment.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development.