Storekeeper

The Store Keeper in an event industry workshop is responsible for managing the receipt, storage, maintenance, and issuance of materials, tools, and equipment used for events, exhibitions, and fit-out projects. This role ensures that all necessary items are available on time, properly organized, and well- maintained to ensure smooth event production. Key Responsibilities 1. Receiving, Issuing & Dispatch • Receive Goods: Verify incoming materials against purchase orders and delivery notes, inspecting for damage or discrepancies. • Issue Materials: Release materials and tools to production, installation, and site teams based on approved requests. • Logistics Support: Coordinate the packing and loading of equipment for transport to event venues. • Returns Management: Process returned items from event sites, inspecting them and returning them to proper storage. 2. Inventory Control & Management • Track Stock Levels: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all materials, tools, equipment, and consumables. • Inventory Audits: Conduct regular, daily, and monthly physical stock counts and reconcile them with system records. • Stock Organization: Arrange, label, and identify stock items for quick retrieval. • Monitor Stock Levels: Prevent shortages or overstocking of critical materials and manage stock aging to avoid waste. 3. Workshop & Safety Maintenance • Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse/workshop area. • Asset Care: Inspect equipment for damage, ensuring tools are safe for use. • Safety Compliance: Adhere to fire safety regulations and handle hazardous or heavy materials properly. 4. Documentation & Reporting • Record Keeping: Maintain stock registers, bin cards, and computerized records of all transactions. • Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports for management. • Documentation: Process Material Received Reports (MRR) and Stock Issue Vouchers (SIV). Required Qualification & Skills • Minimum 5+ years of experience as a store keeper, preferably in an event fabrication environment. • Bachelor degree/diploma or equivalent is required in warehouse / logistics management, business administration, or any related field. • Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft office. • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage a team under high-pressure, deadline-driven scenarios. • Exceptional problem-solving abilities to handle tight deadlines and unexpected, last-minute project changes. • Basic understanding of event construction materials (welding, carpentry, printing, foam, fabric). • Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Typical Working Conditions • Environment: Must be able to work in a workshop environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and heat, with some on-site installation work. • Hours: May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet event deadlines. • Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site, which may include lifting, standing for long periods, and working in varied conditions.