Store Keeper

Job summary

We are seeking a responsible, organized, and detail-oriented Storekeeper to manage the receipt, storage, organization, and issuance of homeware and kitchenware products in our retail store.

Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect incoming homeware and kitchenware products against invoices, delivery notes, and purchase orders.
• Verify product quantities, specifications, conditions, and packaging before accepting deliveries.
• Properly arrange and store items such as cookware, utensils, plates, cups, cutlery, storage containers, appliances, and other household products.
• Maintain accurate records of stock received, issued, transferred, returned, and damaged.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management when products are running low or require replenishment.
• Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile quantities with inventory records.
• Identify and report damaged, defective, expired, missing, or slow-moving items.
• Ensure products are properly labelled, organized, and easy to locate within the store or warehouse.
• Issue products to the sales team or customers based on approved sales orders and requests.
• Prepare items for customer orders, deliveries, transfers, and dispatch.
• Assist with loading and unloading merchandise while ensuring products are handled carefully.
• Maintain proper storage conditions to prevent breakage, damage, or deterioration of products.
• Monitor stock movement and help prevent theft, unauthorized withdrawals, and inventory losses.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized storeroom and warehouse environment.
• Update inventory records using spreadsheets, POS systems, or inventory management software.
• Assist with returns, exchanges, and restocking of products.
• Prepare regular stock and inventory reports for management.
• Coordinate with purchasing, sales, and delivery teams to ensure efficient stock availability and movement.
• Follow company procedures for inventory control, safety, and store operations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of SSCE/OND in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Proven years of experience as a Storekeeper, Inventory Officer, Warehouse Assistant, or similar role.
• Previous experience in retail, homeware, kitchenware, household goods, or consumer products is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of stock management and inventory control procedures.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and reconcile stock.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and inventory/POS systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify product damage, discrepancies, and stock shortages.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Honest, reliable, and capable of handling company inventory responsibly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and meet deadlines.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving stock when required.