Senior Packaging Storekeeper at Sayed Farms Limited

Sayed Farms Limited is specialized in poultry sector covering all its major aspects, and also in the distribution of frozen food in the Nigerian Market. Our line of frozen products has expanded to include the finest quality of chicken, potatoes, cheese, vegetables, seafood, and ice cream products in the market. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Packaging Storekeeper

Job Reference: SPSK20250074
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To effectively manage and control all packaging materials within the store, ensuring accurate inventory records, timely issuance to production, proper storage conditions, and adherence to company procedures to support smooth manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate stock levels of all packaging materials through proper documentation and periodic physical counts.
• Monitor stock consumption patterns and raise timely requisitions to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Track batch/lot numbers, expiry dates, and material codes to ensure FIFO/FEFO issuance.

Receiving & Verification:

• Receive packaging materials from suppliers and verify quantities, specifications, and quality against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Coordinate with the Quality Control team for inspection and approval before storage.
• Document all receipts in the ERP or manual systems.

Storage & Handling:

• Organize and store packaging materials in a clean, safe, and accessible manner in line with manufacturing standards.
• Ensure proper labeling, binning, and segregation to prevent mix-ups.
• Implement 5S principles within the packaging store.

Issuance to Production:

• Issue packaging materials accurately and promptly based on approved production requisitions.
• Maintain correct records of all materials issued and returned from production.
• Collaborate with production planners to support daily and weekly production schedules.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain updated records in the inventory management system/ERP.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports for management.
• Report discrepancies, damages, slow-moving or obsolete items for follow-up action.

Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure adherence to company policies, SOPs, and safety guidelines within the store.
• Implement and sustain inventory control measures to reduce losses, wastage, and stock variances.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.

Team Support & Coordination:

• Guide junior store assistants in proper store handling procedures.
• Coordinate with procurement, production, finance, and QA teams for smooth operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to optimize store processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• HND / B.Sc Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 - 7 years of packaging store experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Plastics, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of inventory systems, ERP software, and stock control procedures.
• Understanding of packaging materials such as cartons, labels, films, caps, bottles, and consumables.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent inventory management and record-keeping skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight production deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety and handling procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP applications.

Application Closing Date
18th December, 2025.