Storekeeper – Job Description
Job Title: Storekeeper
Department: Stores / Warehouse
Industry: Building Construction
Job Summary
The Storekeeper is responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, and maintaining construction materials, tools, equipment, and consumables. The role ensures proper inventory control, accurate record-keeping, and timely material availability to support site operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and inspect all incoming materials and verify them against purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Store materials safely and systematically to prevent damage or loss.
- Issue materials, tools, and equipment to site personnel as per approved material requests.
- Maintain accurate records of all stock receipts, issues, and balances.
- Monitor inventory levels and inform the Procurement or Site Management team when stock replenishment is required.
- Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile them with inventory records.
- Maintain proper documentation, including Goods Received Notes (GRNs), Material Issue Vouchers (MIVs), delivery notes, and stock registers.
- Ensure proper labeling and identification of all stored materials.
- Keep the store clean, organized, and compliant with company safety standards.
- Monitor the condition of stored materials and report any damaged, expired, or missing items.
- Coordinate with the Procurement, Site Engineers, and Project Management team regarding material requirements.
- Ensure company tools and equipment are properly issued, tracked, and returned.
- Assist during internal and external inventory audits.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Diploma in Logistics or Store Management is an advantage).
- Minimum 3– 4 years of experience as a Storekeeper in a building construction company.
- Good knowledge of construction materials, tools, and equipment.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Immediate joiners preferred