Assistant Storekeeper

Job Description

Title: Assistant Storekeeper

Company Name: The Bangladesh Red Crescent Society

Vacancy: 6

Location: Cox's Bazar

Minimum Salary: Tk. 40000 (Monthly)

Published: 23 Jan 2025

Education:
∎ HSC
∎ The minimum educational qualification should be the completion of Higher secondary School Certificate (HSC) but graduates or related fields will be preferred

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Good computer skills in all desktop applications, particularly for data management competencies and fast typewriting in Bangla and English language.
∎ Candidates must Knowledge in Warehouse Management software.
∎ Preference to candidates with a minimum of two years’ working experience in Warehouse Management.
∎ S/he must be fluent in both spoken and written Bangla and English languages.
∎ Proven experience as a Storekeeper, Warehouse Clerk, or similar role.
∎ Familiarity with inventory management software and systems.
∎ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
∎ Physical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy objects.
∎ Excellent organizational and time management skills.
∎ Team player with the ability to work independently.
∎ Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
∎ Knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures.
∎ Organizational skills, methodological and logical approach to tasks and problem-solving.
∎ Excellent skills in all areas of English, especially writing, including drafting skills.
∎ Good presentation, facilitation, and note-taking skills.
∎ Ability to organize, analyze and synthesize large amounts of information.
∎ Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration.
∎ Good computer skills in all desktop applications, particularly for data management competencies and fast typewriting in Bangla and English language.
∎ Candidates must Knowledge in Warehouse Management software.
∎ Preference to candidates with a minimum of two years’ working experience in Warehouse Management.
∎ S/he must be fluent in both spoken and written Bangla and English languages.
∎ Proven experience as a Storekeeper, Warehouse Clerk, or similar role.
∎ Familiarity with inventory management software and systems.
∎ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
∎ Physical stamina and ability to lift and move heavy objects.
∎ Excellent organizational and time management skills.
∎ Team player with the ability to work independently.
∎ Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
∎ Knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures.
∎ Personal Qualities:
∎ Organizational skills, methodological and logical approach to tasks and problem-solving.
∎ Excellent skills in all areas of English, especially writing, including drafting skills.
∎ Good presentation, facilitation, and note-taking skills.
∎ Ability to organize, analyze and synthesize large amounts of information.
∎ Demonstrated ability to promote collaboration.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Coordination with the logistics department and the Distribution points store management
∎ Receive and forward all types of goods and deliveries in and out of the Distribution points and store.
∎ Responsible for the day-to-day check on the storage facilities of upkeep and hygiene.
∎ Maintain clear and organized records to ensure all reports and invoices are filed and stored properly.
∎ Receive, inspect, and verify incoming goods against purchase orders and delivery notes.
∎ Unpack, label, and store incoming goods in designated locations.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, stock movements, and transactions using inventory management software.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Monitor stock levels and reorder supplies as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
∎ Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
∎ Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and warehouse procedures.
∎ Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free from hazards.
∎ Assist with other warehouse tasks and duties as assigned.
∎ Assist to Storekeeper to all kind of warehouse and logistics activities.
∎ To support the logistics officer in implementing the MRRO’s Warehouse Management action plan for 2025.
∎ To be responsible for producing statistical report for Warehouse team with appropriate information.
∎ Serve as the liaison for the assigned department with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues in discussion with UNHCR Supply chain unit Colleagues.
∎ Maintain an effective working relationship with BDRCS and UNHCR’s counterparts.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Prepare daily, weekly, fortnightly, monthly, and half-yearly reports based on analysis and statistics on regular activities.
∎ Perform duties upholding respect and adherence to the fundamental principles of International Red Cross and Crescent movement as well as Code of Conduct of UNHCR. Perform any other duties as instructed by the line manager.
∎ Establish and ensure effective working relationships with in BDRCS MRRO staff.
∎ Ensure effective working relationships with BDRCS and UNHCR and leadership.
∎ Red Cross - Red Crescent movement is the largest volunteer organization in the world. Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a national society of the movement, constituted on 31 March 1973 by the President's Order No. 26 of 1973 with retrospective effect from 16 December 1971. This is the biggest humanitarian organization in Bangladesh. As an auxiliary to the Government, the Society provides humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people over the last 50 years and has undertaken a wide range of activities in humanitarian response, disaster management, health, capacity building and in promoting Red Cross/ Red Crescent ideals and principles.
∎ Bangladesh Red Crescent Society is looking for suitable Bangladeshi national for the following positions under Myanmar Refugee Relief Operations (MRRO) at Cox’s Bazar:
∎ Department: Myanmar Refugee Relief Operation (MRRO) under Disaster Response Department
∎ Reportable to: Deputy Director, MRRO, BDRCS
∎ Accountability to: Program Manager
∎ Contract length: Up to 31 December 2025 (extendable)
∎ Job Nature: Temporary (Candidates to be available to start from Feb 01, 2025)
∎ Age: 36 years (the maximum age limit may be relaxed for qualified candidates)
∎ Position Summary: The Assistant Storekeeper will be responsible for assisting the Warehouse Management team of UNHCR and MRRO with and internal purposes of BDRCS. We are looking for a responsible Assistant Storekeeper to manage our inventory and warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records. This role requires physical stamina, teamwork, and a commitment to ensuring the efficient flow of goods in and out of the store. The Assistant Storekeeper are responsible to produce the periodic reports on Myanmar Refugee Relief Operation (MRRO) in Cox's Bazar for project management team. The Assistant Storekeeper will support Storekeepers, programme manager, Logistic officer and other MRRO personnel to follow good practices in PSEA implementation, while final responsibility for institutional PSEA efforts lies with the MRRO-BDRCS Management.
∎ Duties and responsibilities:
∎ Coordination with the logistics department and the Distribution points store management
∎ Receive and forward all types of goods and deliveries in and out of the Distribution points and store.
∎ Responsible for the day-to-day check on the storage facilities of upkeep and hygiene.
∎ Maintain clear and organized records to ensure all reports and invoices are filed and stored properly.
∎ Receive, inspect, and verify incoming goods against purchase orders and delivery notes.
∎ Unpack, label, and store incoming goods in designated locations.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, stock movements, and transactions using inventory management software.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Monitor stock levels and reorder supplies as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
∎ Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
∎ Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and warehouse procedures.
∎ Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free from hazards.
∎ Assist with other warehouse tasks and duties as assigned.
∎ Assist to Storekeeper to all kind of warehouse and logistics activities.
∎ To support the logistics officer in implementing the MRRO’s Warehouse Management action plan for 2025.
∎ To be responsible for producing statistical report for Warehouse team with appropriate information.
∎ Serve as the liaison for the assigned department with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues in discussion with UNHCR Supply chain unit Colleagues.
∎ Maintain an effective working relationship with BDRCS and UNHCR’s counterparts.
∎ Assists Storekeeper to Prepare daily, weekly, fortnightly, monthly, and half-yearly reports based on analysis and statistics on regular activities.
∎ Perform duties upholding respect and adherence to the fundamental principles of International Red Cross and Crescent movement as well as Code of Conduct of UNHCR. Perform any other duties as instructed by the line manager.
∎ Lateral relationships
∎ Establish and ensure effective working relationships with in BDRCS MRRO staff.
∎ Ensure effective working relationships with BDRCS and UNHCR and leadership.

Skills & Expertise:

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar

Read Before Apply:

Departmental clearance will be required for internal candidates.

If you think you are competent enough for the position, please apply online before 5:00 pm, January 30, 2025.

BDRCS is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interview.

Company Information:
∎ The Bangladesh Red Crescent Society
∎ 684-686 Boro Mogh Bazar, Red Crescent Sarak | Dhaka-1217
∎ Red Cross - Red Crescent movement is the largest volunteer organization in the world. Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a national society of the movement, constituted on 31 March 1973 by the President`s Order No. 26 of 1973 with retrospective effect from 16 December 1971. This is the biggest humanitarian organization in Bangladesh. As an auxiliary to the government, the Society provides humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people over the last 48 years and has undertaken a wide range of activities in humanitarian response, disaster management, health, capacity building and in promoting Red Cross/ Red Crescent ideals and principles.

Address::
∎ 684-686 Boro Mogh Bazar, Red Crescent Sarak | Dhaka-1217
∎ Red Cross - Red Crescent movement is the largest volunteer organization in the world. Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a national society of the movement, constituted on 31 March 1973 by the President`s Order No. 26 of 1973 with retrospective effect from 16 December 1971. This is the biggest humanitarian organization in Bangladesh. As an auxiliary to the government, the Society provides humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people over the last 48 years and has undertaken a wide range of activities in humanitarian response, disaster management, health, capacity building and in promoting Red Cross/ Red Crescent ideals and principles.

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2025

Category: Commercial/Supply Chain