Job Summary
The Store Manager is responsible for managing the overall store operations of the manufacturing unit, including receipt, storage, preservation, inventory control, issuance, and dispatch of raw materials, consumables, packing materials, tools, spare parts, and finished goods. The role ensures inventory accuracy, uninterrupted material availability for production, compliance with company policies, and effective coordination with Production, Purchase, Quality, Finance, and Logistics.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of the stores department.
- Ensure timely receipt, inspection, and proper storage of all incoming materials.
- Verify materials against Purchase Orders, Delivery Challans, and Invoices.
- Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/software.
- Monitor stock levels and maintain minimum, maximum, and reorder quantities.
- Coordinate with the Purchase Department for timely replenishment of materials.
- Issue materials to production departments as per authorized Material Requisition Slips (MRS).
- Maintain FIFO/FEFO practices wherever applicable.
- Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, and annual physical stock verification.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure proper storage conditions to prevent damage, deterioration, or theft.
- Manage finished goods inventory and coordinate dispatch activities.
- Maintain proper documentation for inward, outward, stock transfers, and returns.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory and MIS reports.
- Monitor slow-moving, non-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance for material inspection and rejection handling.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, 5S, Safety, and statutory requirements.
- Supervise store staff and allocate daily work responsibilities.
- Train team members on inventory procedures and warehouse safety.
- Coordinate with logistics for timely dispatch and receipt of materials.
- Optimize warehouse space utilization and storage layout.
- Ensure housekeeping and cleanliness within the store area.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
- Diploma/Degree in Material Management will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 8–15 years of experience in Store/Warehouse Management.
- Experience in a manufacturing industry is mandatory.
- Experience in Furniture, Automotive, Engineering, Metal, Wood, or Consumer Goods Manufacturing is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management
- ERP Software (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, ERPNext, etc.)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Material Planning
- Stock Audit
- FIFO / FEFO
- ABC Analysis
- Cycle Counting
- Documentation & Record Management
- MIS Reporting
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Communication and coordination skills
- Decision-making ability
- Cost control and inventory optimization
- High level of integrity and accountability
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory Accuracy (%)
- Stock Variance
- Material Availability for Production
- On-Time Material Issuance
- Stock Turnover Ratio
- Inventory Carrying Cost
- Dead Stock Reduction
- Order Fulfilment Accuracy
- Store Audit Compliance
- Warehouse Safety Compliance
- ERP Data Accuracy
- Cycle Count Accuracy
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing store operations.
- Hands-on experience with ERP-based inventory management systems.
- Ability to manage large inventories and multiple product categories.
- Knowledge of warehouse safety standards and inventory control techniques.
- Experience in handling audits and compliance requirements.
- Ability to lead a team and work effectively across departments.
Salary
As per company standards and candidate experience.
Industry
Manufacturing / Furniture Manufacturing
Pay: From ₹50,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
