Logistics Assistant Cum Storekeeper

Job Description

Title: Logistics Assistant Cum Storekeeper

Company Name: Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 35 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Teknaf)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years

• Bachelor/Honors

• Minimum bachelor’s degree from any reputed University.

• 3 to 5 years

• Age At most 35 years

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in warehouse management/Supply chain Management or logistics coordination, preferably in host community settings in any reputable NGO.

• Proven experience in managing inventory, implementing stock control systems, and ensuring the smooth flow of goods.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Knowledge of inventory management software and warehouse management systems.

• Ability to manage and supervise a team effectively, with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a multicultural and challenging environment.

• Good at speaking and writing in Bengali.

• Can understand and use basic English for speaking and writing.

• Knowing the local language is helpful.

• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and delivers results with transparency and integrity.

• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility and problem-solving skills in dynamic and challenging environments.

• Commitment to Humanitarian Principles: Demonstrates understanding and adherence to the core principles of humanitarian assistance, including neutrality, impartiality, and humanity

• Experience on nutritional commodities and warehouse management

• Familiarity with BSFP commodity management and Non-Food Item management and reporting

• Good knowledge on inventory management and supply chain systems

• Willing to work any location under SHED listed Upazila under IMCN Project.

• Non-discriminatory and gender sensitive

• For extra ordinary/promising candidates, experience can be flexible.

• Maximum 35 Years (on 16th July 2025) but highly experienced person age may be flexible.

Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED) a National NGO working in Cox`s Bazar district is inviting applications from suitable candidate(s) for its Programme title ‘Improving Maternal and Child Nutrition (IMCN) at Host Community-Cox’s Bazar. The Programme is funded by WFP. SHED is looking for a qualified candidate for the following Post.

Job purpose: This person will help make sure the program runs smoothly by managing the storage area well and keeping track of supplies. They will also monitor what`s happening in the field by working with the people we help, the volunteers, and the program`s resources. They will work closely with the Upazila Nutrition Coordinator and the Logistics & Procurement Officer and help other staff in the Upazila.

Role Profile:

• Working with the Upazila Nutrition Coordinator or the Logistics/Procurement Officer and other teams, the storekeeper will:

• Keep the storage area organized.

• Receive food supplies and update the records for the storage area.

• Move supplies from the storage to the different places where the program works.

• Talk to the drivers ahead of time to make sure supplies get to the right locations on time.

Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of Upazila Nutrition Coordinator and Logistics/Procurement Officer, this position will undertake the following tasks:

Stock/Storage Management

• Maintain receipts, records, and withdrawals of the stockroom.

• Receive, unload, and shelve supplies.

• Log and update all stocks information on appropriate registers, stock cards, bin cards.

• Conduct regular physical checks on stock safety and security.

• Conduct regular physical count of stocks.

• Regularly monitor the quality of products during storage. Pay special attention to expiration dates.

• Carry out monthly stock inventory for program and reconciliation with what should be in stock.

• Ensure adequate record keeping and manage all documentation to confirm proper stock levels and maintain inventory control and archive documents related to stock.

• In Coordination with program team, prevent pipeline breakage, ration card fraud, WSB misuse/wastage and supply leakage at various supply chain interfaces.

• Inspect deliveries for damage or discrepancies; report those to account for reimbursements and record keeping.

• Rotate stock and coordinate the disposal of surpluses and prepare documents related to stock movement from warehouse to any facilities of the program.

• Coordinate the handling of freight, the movement of equipment, and necessary minor repairs.

• Ensure cleanliness and proper organization of stocks, files, warehouse accessory tools, safety equipment.

• Dispatch commodity to the distribution sites during distribution date

• Take part on distribution activities and give support to the volunteers until end of the distribution process.

Reporting Learning and strengthen capacity and cross cutting.

• Prepare monthly and weekly supply reports and ad-hoc reports as requested and timely submit to Upazila Nutrition Coordinator or Logistics/Procurement Officer.

• Document and immediately report stock damage, theft/loss, or attempted break-ins, expiry, contamination related incidents.

• Develop and submit regular warehouse and inventory reports to line manager(s)

• Liaising with the Upazila Nutrition Coordinator and Logistics/Procurement Officer and supply focal (DPM) from program team for all supply related issues.

Ensure organizational policies and donor compliances are in place.

• Be aware of, understand and comply with all of SHED`s policies and procedures (P4, finance, logistics, HR, security management, PSEA etc.)

• Ensure that assigned volunteers understand and comply with all of SHED`s policies and procedures (P4, finance, logistics, HR, security management, PSEA etc.)

• Work in a manner that always protects confidentiality.

Besides the above-mentioned job activities, you must do any other job assigned by your supervisor & the organization as and when required.

As Per SHED Policy and Project Provision Other Benefits: As per Organization/project provision