Posta Uganda is hiring a Stores Assistant to support the effective and efficient management of the organization’s inventory by assisting in the receipt, storage, issuance, and proper documentation of all store transactions.
• Duty Station: GPO
• Level: Five (05)
• Reports to: Manager Finance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Receive, inspect, and record all incoming materials and supplies.
2. Ensure all received goods match purchase orders and delivery notes.
3. Maintain updated inventory records in the system and ensure physical counts match system balances.
4. Organize and store items in designated storage areas for easy retrieval and stock rotation.
5. Issue goods to departments as requested and properly document transactions.
6. Assist in regular stocktaking and prepare stock reports.
7. Ensure cleanliness, safety, and security of the store and items stored.
8. Report stock discrepancies or damaged goods to the Supervisor.
9. Assist in reordering items when stock levels fall below minimum thresholds.
10. Support audits and inspections by availing required documentation and explaining procedures.
11. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
i. Inventory accuracy rate
ii. Timeliness of stock issuance
iii. Stock reconciliation frequency
iv. Stock damage/loss rate
v. Cleanliness or orderliness of stores
vi. Documentation accuracy
vii. Compliance with stores procedures

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
• An Honors Bachelor’s degree in Stores Management, Procurement and Logistics or Business Administration or Management majoring in Stores Management or Procurement and Logistics.

Work experience
• At least three (03) years of working experience in inventory or stores management.

Competences
a. Sound knowledge of stores management procedures
b. Good customer care
c. Good communication
d. Technology proficiency