HEAD OF STORE-VACANCY 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.

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.
• Candidate 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualification

• 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.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria.

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