Stores Assistant (Engineering, Contracting and Manufacturing)

Job description

Duties revolve around supporting the daily operations of a retail or warehouse environment. Their duties are crucial for managing inventory, maintaining the appearance of the store, and ensuring a positive and efficient experience for customers

Key Responsibilities:
– Inventory and stock management

Receiving and processing stocks: Unload and unpack incoming shipments, verify that the delivered products match the order forms, and check for any damage.
Restocking shelves: Replenish merchandise on the sales floor and display areas, ensuring products are properly arranged, rotated, and priced according to company guidelines.
Maintaining organized stock: Keep back-of-house storage, such as stockrooms and warehouses, clean and well-organized for maximum efficiency and accessibility.
Conducting stock checks with stock controller: Assist with regular inventory counts and report any stock discrepancies or low inventory levels to the store manager.
Preparing Customer orders: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare items for customer pickup or transfer to other locations.
Inventory management software: Using inventory or warehouse management software, essential for tracking and managing stock.
– Store Maintenance and Operations

Maintaining store appearance: Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping, mopping, and dusting, to ensure a tidy and welcoming environment for shoppers.
Following safety procedures: Adhere to all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
Supporting the sales team: Provide general assistance to the sales & marketing team and other team members with various operational and administrative tasks.

Required Skills and Competencies

Excellent Communication, Inventory Management Skills.
Fair knowledge in store keeping.
Should be computer literate including Microsoft 365 & other basic applications.

Qualifications and Experience

Full Grade Twelve Certificate
Diploma or an Advanced Certificate in field of inventory management will be an added advantage
Fluency in Bemba English,
1-2years of experience in the related field will be an advantage and preferred.
Should have basic knowledge of Counter Sales/ Customer Service/ Invoicing/ POS/ accounts.
Must have a positive and hardworking personality.

Work Hours: 9hrs/ day _ Monday to Friday & 04hrs on Saturday

Individuals who meet the above requirements must email a hand-written covering letter and CV including professional certificates to: zamjob@gmail.com