Job Purpose:
The General Store Incharge is responsible for the overall management of the general store, including procurement, inventory management, and stock maintenance. The incumbent will ensure the availability of necessary parts, spares, and materials required for operations. The role requires a basic understanding of various items, their functions, and their applications to ensure proper stock management and timely procurement.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Management: Oversee and manage all stock-related activities in the general store, including maintaining optimal stock levels of parts, spares, and materials.
Procurement: Procure necessary items, parts, and spares based on operational needs and usage trends. Ensure timely ordering and delivery of items to avoid shortages.
Stock Monitoring: Continuously monitor stock levels and reorder items as required. Track consumption patterns and ensure that stock does not exceed or fall below required levels.
Item Knowledge: Possess a basic understanding of the items, their specifications, and applications in the field to ensure that the correct parts are ordered and issued.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of stock receipts, issues, and other store transactions. Ensure that all inventory documents are up-to-date and compliant with company standards. Store Organization: Ensure proper storage of items, parts, and spares. Organize the store layout for efficient stock retrieval and minimize any chances of damage or loss.
Stock Audits: Conduct periodic physical stock audits and ensure that the actual stock matches with the recorded stock.
Vendor Relations: Maintain good working relationships with suppliers and vendors for the procurement of parts, spares, and other items as required.
Safety and Compliance: Ensure that the store complies with safety and health regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for all store personnel.
Reporting: Provide regular reports on stock levels, purchases, and any issues related to inventory management to the concerned authorities.