Store Manager
Location: Maitama, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Main Function
- The Store Manager is responsible for overseeing all store and inventory operations, ensuring efficient stock control, proper storage, accurate record-keeping, and timely distribution of goods to support business operations.
- The role ensures that inventory is managed effectively to prevent shortages, overstocking, wastage, and loss.
- The ideal candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing inventory in a fast-paced operational environment.
Role Responsibilities
Inventory Control and Stock Management:
- Oversee receipt, inspection, and storage of goods.
- Ensure accurate documentation of all stock movements (inward and outward).
- Monitor stock levels and initiate timely replenishment.
- Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Implement inventory control systems to minimize losses and wastage.
Store Operations Management:
- Ensure proper organization and cleanliness of the store.
- Maintain clear labeling, categorization, and accessibility of items.
- Ensure adherence to FIFO/FEFO principles where applicable.
- Monitor storage conditions for different types of goods.
Distribution and Coordination:
- Ensure timely issuance of materials to departments based on approved requisitions.
- Coordinate with various departments to understand stock requirements.
- Support uninterrupted operations by ensuring availability of critical supplies.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate inventory records and stock registers.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
- Track key inventory metrics such as stock turnover and usage rates.
- Report variances, shortages, and damages promptly.
Loss Prevention and Compliance:
- Implement controls to prevent theft, pilferage, and unauthorized access.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements.
- Support internal and external stock audits.
Procurement Coordination:
- Work closely with procurement to ensure timely restocking.
- Verify deliveries against purchase orders and quality standards.
- Ensure proper documentation for all received goods.
Team Supervision:
- Supervise storekeepers and assistants.
- Assign tasks and monitor staff performance.
- Train team members on store procedures and documentation.
- Enforce discipline and accountability within the team.
Health, Safety, and Compliance:
- Ensure safe storage and handling of materials.
- Maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
- Ensure proper handling of sensitive or hazardous materials where applicable.
Experience / Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
- Minimum of 5–8 years experience in store or inventory management
- Experience in hospitality, retail, or FMCG environments is an advantage
- Knowledge of inventory control systems and audit processes
- Professional certification in logistics or supply chain management is an added advantage
Competencies / Skills:
- Strong knowledge of inventory and store management
- Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in inventory systems and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
- Leadership and team management abilities
- Behavioural Qualities / Other Competences
- High level of integrity and accountability
- Detail-oriented and process-driven
- Proactive and results-focused
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Professional and disciplined
Application Closing Date
10th May, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: recruitment@domeoresources.org using "Store Manager - Maitama" as the subject of the mail.