Warehouse Officer at Presco Plc

Presco is a fully-integrated agro-industrial establishment with oil palm plantations, palm oil mill, palm kernel crushing plant and vegetable oil refining and fractionation plant. It also has an olein and stearin packaging plant and a biogas plant to treat its palm oil mill effluent. It is the first of its kind in West Africa

Presco specialises in the cultivation of oil palm and in the extraction, refining and fractionation of crude palm oil into finished products. Presco supplies specialty fats and oils of outstanding quality to customer specifications and assures a reliability of supply of its products year round. This is made possible by the integrated nature of the company’s production process. Presco is the Nigerian market leader for specialty fats and oils. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Warehouse Officer

Location: Nigeria
Department / Section: Stores / Supply Chain

Job Purpose

• Responsible for overseeing the storage, and distribution of materials, spare parts, and supplies required for the smooth operation of the mill.
• A Supervisor will be responsible for the overall management and supervision of warehouse activities.

Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations:

• Receiving & Inspection
  • Supervise and coordinate the receiving of goods and materials.
  • Inspect items for quality and quantity to ensure they meet specifications and report to relevant departments.
  • Implement quality control procedures to maintain product integrity.
• Storage:
  • Monitor the movement of products within/outside the warehouse, optimizing storage space and layout.
  • Ensure proper labeling, categorization, and organization of items in the warehouse.
  • Ensure that products are stored in clean, safe, and suitable conditions to prevent damage or deterioration.
• Issuance/Distribution:
  • Ensure the timely and efficient distribution of materials to production and maintenance teams.
  • Handle requests for materials from various departments/Intercompany and Issue materials based on approved requisitions.
  • Coordinate with maintenance, project teams and other departments to ensure timely distribution.
  • Coordinate with other estate warehouse/stores for plant-to-plant stock movement.
  • Co-Ordinate and supervise Intercompany Transactions.
• Record Keeping/Inventory Management:
  • Maintain accurate records of all materials, mechanical equipment, spare parts, and tools in the warehouse.
  • Conduct routine stock checks and reconcile discrepancies and update inventory system.
  • Regularly monitor inventory levels and reorder items as needed to prevent stockouts.
  • Regular visits of sub-warehouses when and where required.
  • Maintain current inventory records for periodic or unexpected audits (Internal & External).

Procurement:

• Ensure that purchase orders and invoices are accurately processed for payments to the finance department.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Communicate with Procurement regarding delivery schedules, quality issues, Warrantees and rejected items or purchase returns.

Safety and Compliance:

• Follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Enforce safety regulations and ensure warehouse staff adhere to safety protocols.
• Enforce safety regulations as per Company HSE Policy/Industry Standards and ensure that warehouse staff follow safety protocols.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, conveyor systems, and pallet jacks.
• Conduct regular safety training sessions and promote a culture of safety.
• Report and address safety concerns or incidents promptly.

Staff Management:

• Schedule work as per shifts, assign tasks, and provide guidance to team members.
• Address performance issues and provide coaching as needed.
• Delegate tasks and assign work schedules to ensure smooth operations.
• Foster teamwork and maintain a positive work environment.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements.

Reporting:

• Provide regular updates to management on stock status and any potential issues.
• Assist in budget planning related to inventory and procurement.
• Generate reports on warehouse activities, including inventory levels, order fulfilment, and productivity.
• Provide regular updates to management on warehouse performance and any issues requiring attention.
• Implement best practices to streamline warehouse operations and reduce operational costs.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records, including receipts, issuance, and inventory logs.
• Assist in the development of documentation related to inventory control processes.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of warehouse processes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Any other responsibility that may be assigned from time to time by Store Manager

Job Specification

• Bachelor's Degree/HND in Business / Supply Chain Management / Logistics or any other related field.

Additional Qualification:

• Proven experience in inventory management or related role, preferably in a mechanical/manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory software.
• Knowledge of safety protocols for handling and storing materials and chemicals.
• Ability to Interpret MSDS and Technical Specifications of equipment, Spares, and other raw materials/chemicals.

Basic Skill:

• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Formatting, Formulas & Functions, Data Analysis, Data Cleaning & Transformation)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with various teams and vendors.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items when necessary.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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