Storekeeper (Warehouse Attendant)

ANIK Stores is a chain of retail stores with multiple shop locations in Lagos Island,Lagos State with more than 20 years in experienced existence. Primarily focused on importation, wholesale and retail distribution of souvenirs, corporate gift items, kitchen utensils and electronics.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Storekeeper (Warehouse Attendant)
Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The Storekeeper (Warehouse Attendant) is responsible for receiving, storing, and distributing material.
• The incumbent will also assist in keeping accurate inventory balances and maintaining a safe work environment in accordance with established policies and practices.

Major Job Tasks

• Conveys materials and items from receiving to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to assigned inventory location.
• Issues material to customers and in current system based on request specifications.
• Fills requisitions, picklists, requests for materials, and/or other stock items and distributes items to various shops throughout the establishment.  
• Marks materials with identifying information and updates system with location.
• Performs inventory audits at all warehouses, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including but not limited to the ability to professionally interact with others, and present ideas, proposals and results to management.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work as assigned by Inventory Manager, including tracking and maintaining inventory, and properly completing required audit functions.
• Working knowledge of warehousing processes and procedures, warehouse equipment operation, and general mechanical maintenance. Educational training will also be given consideration.
• Proven ability to work well in a team based environment to achieve goals and objectives. Ability to build and maintain good communications and relationships with others to build trust and influence others.    Fosters a spirit of teamwork both inside and outside the work group.
• Communicates in a clear, concise, understandable manner both orally and in writing.  Listens carefully and asks questions to understand the views, concerns and comments of others.  Openly expresses ideas and opinions. Stays accessible and approachable.  Asks for feedback and suggestions from others.
• Work hand in hand with Sales Officers to keep shops in order and customer ready.
• This position’s working days are Mondays to Saturdays.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None.

Education and Experience

• Ordinary National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Business, Procurement, Logistics, or related discipline preferred.
• One year related work experience required. Experience in a Market environment preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Seeing: Must be able to read reports and use computer.
• Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers.
• Talking: Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken words.
• Sitting: Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to stand and walk distances of up to ¼ kilometres.
• Bending/Reaching/Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to bend, reach, stoop.
• This is a safety sensitive position: will have to pass a physical fitness test, and background check.

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed inside a series of stores in a typical market setting.
• Proper training will be supplied and adherence to all safety and operational procedures will need to be followed.
• Tight spaces and market noise.
• Light exposure to outdoor weather conditions including wind, rain and humidity.