Oversee receipt, inspection, storage, and issue of raw materials, consumables, tools, and finished goods.
Maintain optimum stock levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
Conduct regular stock verification, cycle counts, and annual stock audits.
Implement FIFO/FEFO methods to prevent material wastage.
Maintain accurate stock records in ERP/Tally/MS Excel.
Ensure proper documentation: GRN (Goods Receipt Note), Issue Notes, and Stock Registers.
Prepare daily/weekly/monthly inventory reports for management.
Coordinate with the accounts department for material reconciliation and vendor bills.
Work closely with production, purchase, and quality departments for smooth operations.
Raise material requisitions to purchase department when stock reaches reorder level.
Liaise with suppliers for delivery schedules and defective material replacement.
Ensure safe storage practices as per material type (flammable, heavy, fragile, etc.).
Implement 5S and Kaizen practices in store management.
Comply with ISO, safety, and statutory guidelines related to storekeeping.
Supervise store assistants, helpers, and material handlers.
Train staff on proper handling, documentation, and safety practices.
Monitor team performance and ensure discipline within the store.