Domeo Resources International (DRI) is a prolific organisation which proffers HR and Management Consultancy solutions premised on excellence and innovation. DRI analyses various organisational problems, develops improvement plans, deploys those plans and monitors the plans to ensure improved organisational performance.
Job Summary
- The Storekeeper is responsible for the efficient receipt, storage, issuance, safeguarding, and inventory control of all hotel materials, supplies, equipment, food items, beverages, housekeeping supplies, engineering materials, office supplies, linen, uniforms, and operating equipment.
- The role ensures that inventory is properly accounted for, stored under appropriate conditions, and issued only against duly authorized requisitions in accordance with the hotel's inventory management policies and internal control procedures.
- The Storekeeper works closely with Procurement, Cost Control, Kitchen, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, Finance, and all operational departments to ensure uninterrupted operations, minimize stock losses, maintain accurate inventory records, and support cost control initiatives consistent with the standards of a superior luxury hotel.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Receiving & Verification:
- Receive all goods, materials, equipment, and supplies delivered to the hotel.
- Verify received items against approved Purchase Orders (POs), Goods Received Notes (GRNs), delivery notes, and supplier invoices.
- Inspect deliveries for quantity, quality, specifications, damages, and expiry dates.
- Reject damaged, expired, substandard, or incorrect items in accordance with hotel procedures.
- Ensure all received items are properly documented before acceptance.
- Coordinate with Procurement and Cost Control to resolve delivery discrepancies.
Inventory Storage & Preservation:
- Store inventory safely, systematically, and in accordance with approved storage standards.
- Ensure food items are stored under appropriate temperature and hygiene conditions.
- Maintain separate storage areas for food, beverages, engineering materials, chemicals, housekeeping supplies, linen, uniforms, and general stores.
- Ensure proper labeling, shelving, and identification of inventory.
- Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and security within all storage areas.
- Protect inventory from theft, contamination, deterioration, damage, and unauthorized access.
Stock Issuance:
- Issue inventory only against properly approved Store Requisition Forms (SRFs).
- Verify authorization before releasing stock.
- Ensure accurate quantities are issued.
- Update inventory records immediately after stock issuance.
- Monitor emergency stock requests and report unusual consumption.
- Maintain accountability for all issued materials.
Inventory Control:
- Maintain accurate inventory records using manual and computerized inventory management systems.
- Monitor stock balances daily.
- Ensure compliance with approved minimum, maximum, and reorder stock levels.
- Prevent stock shortages and overstocking.
- Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, expired, damaged, and excess inventory.
- Recommend replenishment or disposal where appropriate.
Stock Counts & Reconciliation:
- Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual stock counts.
- Participate in periodic physical inventory verification exercises.
- Reconcile physical stock with inventory records.
- Investigate stock variances and discrepancies.
- Prepare inventory adjustment reports where necessary.
- Support Cost Control and Internal Audit during stock verification exercises.
Inventory Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of receipts, issues, transfers, returns, and adjustments.
- Prepare Goods Received Notes (GRNs), Stock Issue Vouchers (SIVs), Bin Cards, and inventory reports.
- Maintain organized filing systems for inventory documentation.
- Ensure inventory transactions are accurately entered into the inventory management system.
- Retain records in accordance with company policies.
Cost Control & Loss Prevention:
- Support the Cost Controller in monitoring inventory usage and minimizing wastage.
- Ensure compliance with the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) and First-Expired, First-Out (FEFO), where applicable, inventory management principles.
- Prevent inventory losses arising from spoilage, theft, damage, pilferage, and unauthorized issuance.
- Report unusual inventory movements immediately.
- Recommend inventory optimization measures.
- Support initiatives aimed at reducing operational costs.
Health, Safety & Hygiene:
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Maintain proper housekeeping within storage facilities.
- Ensure chemicals and hazardous materials are stored safely.
- Observe fire safety and occupational health requirements.
- Report unsafe storage conditions promptly.
- Participate in safety inspections and emergency drills.
Equipment & Asset Management:
- Maintain storage equipment, shelving, pallets, racks, and inventory handling tools.
- Report damaged storage equipment for repair or replacement.
- Monitor hotel operating equipment stored within the warehouse.
- Support asset identification and inventory tagging exercises.
- Safeguard hotel property under store custody.
Reporting & Communication:
- Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory reports.
- Submit stock movement reports and inventory status reports.
- Report low stock levels and reorder requirements promptly.
- Communicateinventoryconcerns toProcurement, Finance, and departmental users.
- Maintain effective communication with all operational departments.
Teamwork & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work closely with Procurement, Cost Control, Kitchen, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, Finance, and Internal Audit.
- Support smooth supply chain operations across all departments.
- Assist external auditors during inventory audits.
- Maintain positive working relationships with suppliers during deliveries.
- Promote teamwork within the Stores and Procurement function.
Compliance & Continuous Improvement:
- Ensure compliance with company policies, inventory procedures, and internal controls.
- Participate in inventory management training programmes.
- Recommend improvements to inventory systems and storage practices.
- Supportautomation of inventory management processes.
- Promote continuous improvement in stock management efficiency and accountability.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education:
- National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing & Supply, Logistics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline.
Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience in inventory management, stores operations, warehouse management, or logistics.
- Experience in a luxury hotel, hospitality establishment, or large commercial organization is highly desirable.
- Experience using inventory management software or ERP systems is an added advantage.
- Professional Certifications (Preferred).
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria (CIPSMN).
- Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).
- Inventory and Warehouse Management Certification.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
Skills & Competencies:
- Inventory Management.
- Warehouse Operations.
- Stock Control.
- Goods Receiving.
- Documentation and Record Keeping.
- ERP and Inventory Systems.
- Microsoft Excel.
- Cost Control Awareness.
- Analytical Skills.
- Attention to Detail.
- Time Management.
- Communication Skills.
- Teamwork.
- Problem Solving.
- Integrity and Accountability.