Deputy / Senior Deputy Manager

Responsibilities:

• day-to-day physical operations of the stores, including receipt, storage, preservation, and issuance of materials.
• Ensure accurate recording of all inventory movements, including GRNs, issues, returns, and transfers, in line with approved processes.
• Maintain strict inventory control, ensuring stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and periodic physical stock verification.
• Establish, implement, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for store operations and material handling.
• Ensure proper segregation, identification, and labelling of materials to prevent loss, damage, or misuse.
• Coordinate with user departments to ensure timely material availability while maintaining optimal stock levels.
• Investigate and report stock variances, shortages, damages, and obsolete or slow-moving items, and support corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal control requirements, safety standards, and company policies within the stores.
• Support finance and audit teams during internal and external audits, including physical verification and documentation.
• Supervise and guide store personnel to ensure adherence to procedures, discipline, and safety practices.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for inventory, movements, and approvals, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
• Identify opportunities to improve store efficiency, layout, and process effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Minimum BSC
• 4 years of previous experience in a similar role