Store Manager

Rochem Separation Systems; Mumbai Suburban, Vasai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochem Separation Systems in Vasai, India seeks an experienced Stores Head to oversee all materials for water treatment manufacturing, ensure stock accuracy, and drive efficient warehouse operations.

This role manages ERP/SAP-based inventory, coordinates with quality and engineering, and leads a team of storekeepers and helpers to maintain zero stock variance and timely material supply for production and projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Engineering, or related fields.
• Preferred: SAP MM/Warehouse Certification.
• Experience: 8+ years in stores/warehouse management within water treatment, EPC, or industrial equipment manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Inventory & Material Management: Oversee storage and handling of pumps, membranes, filters, valves, sensors, pipes, fittings, electrical panels, cables, chemicals, and spares.
• Material Receipt & Quality Coordination: Inspect incoming materials and coordinate with Quality/Engineering for inspection and traceability.
• Issuance to Production & Projects: Allocate materials to fabrication, assembly, and project teams via MRS; ensure FIFO and batch management.
• ERP & Documentation Control: Maintain SAP records, GRNs, stock ledgers, and consumption reports; ensure zero stock mismatch.
• Warehouse Operations & Safety: Organize store layout, enforce safety standards for electrical and chemical handling, implement 5S and lean warehousing.
• Vendor & Internal Coordination: Coordinate replenishment with Purchase, BOM changes with Engineering, and stock valuation with Finance.
• Team Leadership: Lead storekeepers, conduct training, set performance expectations.
• Audit & Compliance: Prepare for internal/ISO/client audits and ensure documentation traceability.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse management

ERP SAP

BOM understanding

Documentation

Team leadership

Education

Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Engineering, or related fields

SAP MM/Warehouse Certification

Tools

SAP MM/Warehouse

Job description

Company: Rochem Seperations Pvt Ltd (Water Treatment Manufacturing Company)
Position Title: AM/,Manager Stores Stores & Inventory
Department: Supply Chain / Stores
Reports To: Plant Head / GM Supply Chain
Location: Vasai

Position Overview

The Stores Head is responsible for managing all materials used in the manufacturing of water
treatment systems, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation components, filtration media,
fabrication materials, consumables, and finished equipment. The role ensures stock accuracy,
smooth material flow, documentation control, vendor coordination, and compliance with engineering
and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Inventory & Material Management
   Oversee storage and handling of all items such as pumps, membranes, filters, valves,
   sensors, pipes, fittings, electrical panels, cables, chemicals, structural materials, and spares.
   Maintain optimal inventory levels to support continuous production of RO plants, WTPs,
   STPs, ETPs, and modular skids.
   Ensure correct storage of sensitive items like membranes, instrumentation devices, and
   electrical components.
2. 2. Material Receipt & Quality Coordination
   Receive and verify incoming materials as per purchase orders.
   Coordinate with Quality/Engineering for inspection of technical components.
   Ensure proper identification, tagging, and traceability of all items.
3. 3. Issuance to Production & Projects
   Issue materials to fabrication, assembly, electrical, and project teams based on Material
   Requisition Slips (MRS).
   Ensure FIFO and proper batch management, especially for chemicals or resins.
   Support timely dispatch of materials for site installations and commissioning.
4. 4. ERP & Documentation Control
   Maintain updated inventory records in SAP.
   Prepare GRNs, issue slips, stock ledgers, consumption reports, and reconciliation
   statements.
   Ensure zero mismatch between physical stock and system stock.
5. 5. Warehouse Operations & Safety
   Plan and organize the store layout for easy access, safety, and efficient workflow.
   Ensure safety standards for handling electrical equipment, heavy components, and
   chemicals.
   Implement 5S, lean warehousing, and continuous improvement practices.
6. 6. Vendor & Internal Coordination
   Coordinate with Purchase for replenishment of critical components.
   Work with Engineering for BOM changes, material specifications, and project requirements.
   Support Finance during stock valuation, audits, and invoice reconciliation.
7. 7. Team Leadership
   Lead storekeepers, helpers, and material handling staff.
   Conduct training in material handling, documentation, and safety procedures.
   Set performance expectations and ensure accountability and discipline.
8. 8. Audit & Compliance
   Prepare for internal, ISO, and client/project audits.
   Ensure proper documentation control for engineering items and traceability.
   Prevent pilferage, transit damage, and stock variances.

Qualifications & Experience

Education
Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Engineering, or related fields.
Preferred: SAP MM/Warehouse Certification.
Experience
815+ years of experience in stores/warehouse management within water treatment
systems, engineering fabrication, EPC, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
Experience handling technical components, fabrication materials, and project-based material
management.

Key Skills

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation components used in water treatment.
• Expertise in inventory control methods and warehouse organization.
• ERP/ SAP proficiency.
• Understanding of BOMs, project requirements, and costing impact.
• Excellent coordination and documentation skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• Stock accuracy (Physical vs System)
• Timeliness of GRN and material issuance
• Availability of materials for production & projects
• Reduction in slow-moving/non-moving inventory
• Audit compliance
• Efficiency of warehouse workflow (5S implementation)