Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Under general supervision this position is responsible for the maintenance of a clinic’s storeroom which includes but is not limited to, stocking of operational materials and supplies, inventory control and records, purchasing, and related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs work that involves ordering, receiving, inspecting, returning, unloading, shelving, packing, labeling, pricing, delivering, and maintaining a perpetual inventory of forms, office supplies, and various types of equipment

• Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary

• Rotates stock and arranges for disposal of surpluses

• Keeps records to maintain inventory control, cost containment and to assure proper stock levels

• Perform buying duties when necessary

• Contact suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems

• Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders

• Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications

• Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogues and the internet, and interview them to gather information about products to be ordered

• The Storekeeper is proactive in communication to originator of request when products are delayed of not available

• Storekeeper provides alternative for products that are not available or temporary out of stock

Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Head of Department 

Desired Candidate Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background required; additional certifications in inventory management are a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role within a retail or warehouse environment preferred.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage stock efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items, with good physical stamina to perform manual tasks.