StoreKeeper

WE ARE HIRING: STOREKEEPER

Company: Cogent Properties Limited
Location: Yaba, Lagos.
Industry: Real Estate Development & Construction

Cogent Properties Limited is seeking a detail-oriented, organised, and accountable Storekeeper to manage inventory and ensure effective control of construction materials across our project sites.

We are looking for someone who understands the importance of accurate stock records, proper material handling, and accountability in construction operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, count, and document deliveries of inventory and reinforcement materials.
• Verify deliveries against approved purchase orders, delivery notes, and specifications.
• Maintain accurate stock registers, inventory records, issuance logs, and store documentation.
• Monitor material movements and ensure accountability for materials issued to project sites.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, organisation, and preservation of materials to prevent damage, deterioration, or loss.
• Coordinate material issuance based on approved requests.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
• Monitor stock levels and promptly report shortages, discrepancies, and replenishment needs.
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability of all inventory movements.
• Keep the store clean, organised, safe, and efficient.
• Safeguard company materials against theft, misuse, unauthorised removal, and wastage.

Requirements

• Minimum of OND or equivalent qualification in Purchasing and Supply, Stores Management, Inventory Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in storekeeping, inventory control, or materials management; experience in construction or real estate is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of stock control procedures, inventory documentation, and material issuance processes.
• Ability to maintain accurate stock registers and prepare inventory reports using Microsoft Excel or similar tools.
• Experience handling construction materials, including reinforcement bars and other building materials, is an advantage.
• Strong numerical, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Ability to identify stock discrepancies, shortages, damages, and unauthorised material movements.
• Good communication and coordination skills when working with procurement teams, site supervisors, and project managers.
• Ability to work on-site in Lagos and maintain an organised, safe, and efficient store environment.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate must be trustworthy, proactive, meticulous, and capable of maintaining strict inventory controls. We need someone who takes ownership of stock records and understands that every material received, stored, and issued must be properly documented and accounted for.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to [email protected] with the subject line “Application for Storekeeper – Your Name”

Please share this opportunity with anyone who may be a good fit.

Work Location: In person