Storeman Buyer

Job Purpose

To maintain sufficient maintenance stocks in accordance with maintenance department requirements and standards.

Key Responsibilities

The core functions define the key areas of responsibility for this role, reflecting the accountabilities and expected outputs outlined in the competency-based profile. These are the primary activities through which the role delivers value to the business.

• To ensure that all materials are available and issued as per maintenance requirements.
• To ensure that all stock min/max levels are maintained in accordance with specifications.
• To ensure that stock losses/shrinkages are eliminated.
• To ensure that redundant stock is prevented.
• To ensure the receiving and issuing of spares.
• To ensure the issuing out of tools and equipment.
• To ensure Stock control records are maintained as per company standards.
• To ensure monthly stocktake of spares.
• To ensure housekeeping of the Store..
• Identify reliable suppliers, request quotes, and evaluate potential vendors based on price, quality, and delivery lead times.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms, discounts, and delivery schedules. Issue official purchase orders and track them to ensure on-time delivery.
• Receive, unpack, and inspect incoming deliveries against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and check for damages.

Qualification Requirements

To perform effectively in this role, the following minimum qualifications and work experience are required:

• Grade 12

Experience Requirements

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a Workshop/ Engineering environment.

Key Outputs

• Deciding and Initiating Action.
• Persuading and Influencing
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Working with people.
• Good communicator.
• Innovation/Continuous Improvements.
• Accountability / Sense of urgency/results orientation.
• Expert knowledge of engineering
• Industry Knowledge (FMCG). principles.
• Accuracy and high level of attention to detail.
• Safe working practices.
• Food safety knowledge. Good interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving
• Planning and organizing.
• Numerical ability.
• Planning, organising, and controlling.
• Proficiency in MS Office with a strong excel knowledge, experience on C works will be an added advantage