Stores Controller

Our client is seeking to employ enterprising, self-motivated, well experienced professionals to fill the position of stores controller to be based in Southern province of Zambia

The Role

The ideal candidate will be a very well organised person who is an excellent communicator. They will be self-motivated so that they can work unsupervised on their own initiative and manage their own time. They will have the ability to cope under a high workload, prioritising work and, where necessary, requesting assistance from colleagues. Tolerance and understanding towards others are expected of everyone. We offer good remuneration and the opportunity to join a friendly committed team.

Qualifications and experience

• 4 years experience in stores management
• Relevant academic qualification in Stores Management
• Experience in mining sector will be a strong added advantage

Key duties and Responsibilities

• Convene Tender Committee Meeting for the purchases as per delegation of power.
• Add/delete the items from Stock Schedule based on the consumption pattern.
• Update the specifications of the items due to technological changes / market availability etc.
• Update the conditions of the tenders, purchase orders etc., in line with the Govt., directions, based on the experience etc.
• Register the suppliers as an approved supplier and cancel the Registration of suppliers of Stores Department.
• Sign the Contract Agreements.

He/she will Supervise his/her subordinates for

• Purchase of all items indented by user functions like spares, consumables etc., other than plant and equipment.
• Registration of suppliers and evaluation.
• Maintenance of stores.
• Inventory control of stock items.
• Co-ordination with finance department for timely payment to the suppliers.