Stores Person - Medical Equipment Inventory

About the role

A client of Shugulika Africa Limited in the medical equipment supply industry is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented and organized Stores Person to run its stores and inventory on a day-to-day basis. The role covers receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and recording medical equipment, spare parts, consumables and related stock, keeping stock accurate and compliant with company procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and verify incoming medical equipment, spare parts, accessories and consumables against purchase orders and delivery notes, reporting damaged, expired or incorrect items.
• Organize and store inventory safely with proper labeling and categorization, and issue stock according to approved requisitions.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of receipts, issues, transfers and adjustments in the inventory management system.
• Carry out regular stock counts, cycle counts and annual physical inventory, investigating discrepancies.
• Monitor stock levels and alert management to low stock, slow-moving items and replenishment needs.
• Keep storage conditions for sensitive items in line with manufacturer specs and regulations, and keep the stores clean, organized and safe.
• Prepare inventory, stock movement and reconciliation reports, and coordinate with Procurement, Logistics and Sales teams.
• Assist with loading, unloading, packaging and dispatching, and safeguard company assets.

Required profile

• Certificate, diploma or bachelor's degree in Stores Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement & Logistics, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of proven experience in stores or warehouse operations, preferably in medical equipment, pharmaceutical, healthcare or a related industry.
• Good understanding of inventory management, stock control and warehouse operations; experience with medical equipment or technical products is an advantage.
• Physically fit and able to handle and move inventory when required.

Required skills

• Proficiency in inventory management systems, ERP systems or warehouse management software.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to reconcile stock and work independently in a fast-paced environment.