Engineering Storekeeper

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At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

BASIC PURPOSE

The Engineering Storekeeper is responsible for the efficient management, control, storage, issuance, and inventory tracking of all engineering spare parts, tools, consumables, equipment, and maintenance materials. The role ensures proper stock accountability, inventory accuracy, cost control, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

In addition, if required the Engineering Storekeeper supports the Engineering team with general maintenance activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Store and Inventory Management

1. Maintain the Engineering Store in a clean, organized, secure, and safe condition at all times.

2. Receive, inspect, and verify all engineering materials, spare parts, tools, consumables, and equipment against purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, and specifications.

3. Ensure all engineering inventory items are properly labeled, coded, stored, and rotated according to established procedures.

4. Maintain minimum and maximum stock levels and proactively initiate replenishment requests.

5. Issue engineering materials and tools only against approved requisitions and maintain accurate records of all transactions.

6. Monitor consumption trends and provide monthly inventory and usage reports to Finance and Engineering management.

7. Conduct daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory counts and reconcile variances.

8. Maintain accurate records of engineering assets, tools, and equipment issued to employees and contractors.

9. Ensure proper documentation and filing of purchase orders, delivery notes, supplier records, warranties, and inventory reports.

10. Identify slow-moving, obsolete, damaged, or excess inventory and recommend disposal or corrective action.

11. Maintain perpetual inventory records within the approved inventory management system.

12. Ensure all storerooms remain locked and secured when unattended.

Procurement and Finance Support

13. Support the procurement process by preparing material requisitions and obtaining quotations as required.

14. Coordinate with the Purchasing Department to ensure timely procurement and delivery of engineering materials and spare parts.

15. Assist in monitoring engineering inventory costs and support cost-control initiatives.

16. Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and delivered goods and communicate findings to Finance.

17. Ensure compliance with all company purchasing procedures, inventory controls, and audit requirements.

18. Assist during internal and external audits relating to inventory and engineering assets.

Engineering and Maintenance Support

19. Maintain maintenance logs and records of work completed.

20. Assist with energy conservation and sustainability initiatives.

Health, Safety and Compliance

27. Comply with all company Health & Safety policies and engineering safety procedures.

28. Ensure safe handling, storage, and issuance of hazardous materials, chemicals, and maintenance supplies.

29. Report unsafe conditions, incidents, accidents, and equipment defects immediately.

30. Participate in all required safety trainings, emergency drills, and compliance programs.

31. Maintain proper housekeeping standards within the Engineering Store and workshop areas.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assist other departments with inventory-related activities when required.

2. Participate in annual asset verification exercises.

3. Support sustainability and environmental initiatives.

4. Attend departmental meetings and training sessions.

5. Perform additional duties assigned by Management consistent with the nature of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Education

· High School Certificate required.

· Certificate or Diploma in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Stores Management, or related field preferred.

Experience

· Minimum 2 years' experience in Engineering storekeeping, inventory management, purchasing, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, or related industries.

· Experience using inventory management systems preferred.

Skills and Abilities

· Strong inventory control and stock management skills.

· Working knowledge of engineering spare parts, tools, and maintenance materials.

· Ability to prepare inventory reports and perform stock reconciliations.

· Must have Computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.

· Good numerical and analytical skills.

· Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.

· Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with multiple departments.

· Good written and spoken English as email communication is a crucial part of the job.

· Ability to lift and handle materials safely in accordance with safety guidelines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Inventory accuracy above 98%.

· Stock variances maintained within approved limits.

· Timely replenishment of critical engineering spare parts.

· Zero unauthorized stock issues.

· Timely completion of monthly inventory reports.

· Compliance with audit and internal control requirements.

· Support of preventive maintenance schedules.

· Safe and orderly maintenance of Engineering Store facilities.

Work Authorization:

Only Tanzanian citizens will be considered. Visa sponsorship and work permits are not available for this role.