Store Manager

Oversee the receiving, storage, issuing and transfer of stock across assigned stores and locations. Verify deliveries against approved purchase orders and delivery documents, checking quantities, quality, expiry dates and temperature where applicable. Record and promptly report shortages, damaged goods, rejected deliveries and supplier discrepancies. Maintain appropriate minimum and maximum stock levels based on consumption, meal forecasts, delivery lead times and operational requirements. Coordinate replenishment requests with Procurement, Catering and Operations to prevent shortages and excessive stockholding. Apply First Expired, First Out (FEFO) and First In, First Out (FIFO) stock rotation, as appropriate. Maintain proper storage conditions, temperature records, cleanliness, segregation and pest prevention arrangements. Ensure materials are issued only against authorised requisitions, with all receipts, issues, returns and transfers recorded accurately. Maintain inventory transactions in the ERP system and reconcile system balances with physical stock. Conduct regular stock checks and monthly stocktaking; investigate discrepancies and submit findings for review and approved corrective action. Prepare daily consumption and food cost reports, stock valuation summaries, expiry reports and monthly inventory reconciliations. Monitor slow-moving items, wastage and unusual consumption patterns, recommending actions to improve cost control. Coordinate with Finance on month-end closing, inventory records and supporting purchasing documents. Supervise storekeepers and helpers, allocate duties and train employees on inventory procedures, food hygiene and safe handling. Control access to storage areas and maintain complete documentation for management reviews and audits. Escalate critical shortages, food safety concerns and unexplained stock variances immediately.