Storeman

Position: Storeman

Salary: Market Related

Location: Pretoria

Industry: Hospitality

Reference Number: CWR.SM.KK.09042025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client, an upmarket hotel and conference center in Pretoria, is looking for an experienced and dedicated Storeman to join their team as soon as possible.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Storeman in the hotel has the main responsibility to receive, store, and issue supplies and equipment for the day-to-day hotel operations. Work closely with the purchasing manager, ensure cleanliness of all work areas, storage, and receiving areas. He/she also verifies that all supplies and goods received are listed on requisitions/orders, and the delivery challans, invoices are checked and filed in the appropriate folder. The Storeman is also responsible for stock takes in conjunction with the stores administrator and purchasing manager. They are responsible for managing stock rotation and monitoring expiry dates, ensuring the use of the first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory system when receiving and issuing stock.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive all goods and deliveries in and out of the hotel to the correct point of contact/storage area. Responsible for verifying that all goods have arrived as per the agreed purchase, delivery note, and agreed quantity. Refuse acceptance of damaged, unacceptable, or incorrect items.
• Able to follow standards for issuing and receiving stock within the store’s area of operation. Keep accurate recordings of all incoming and outgoing goods.
• Stock takes of various inventory items on a regular basis as needed by the procurement manager.
• Responsible for the storage of both food & beverage and operational stock as per Health and Safety Standards.
• Responsible for the day-to-day check on the storage facilities for upkeep and hygiene.
• Ensure cleanliness of all areas, keeping storage areas clean & tidy and in strict compliance with hygiene regulations.
• Ensure the quantity requested and the quantity issued to outlets is always correct. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager on any items that are not in stock or that could not be delivered.
• Ensure the Issue requisition form is signed by the person receiving the goods.
• Complete requisition forms for inventory and supplies.
• Ensure all invoices and Internal requisitions are given through to the store administrator for daily processing.
• Work closely with Purchasing to order and receive items and equipment.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures, particularly relating to the storage of perishable items.
• Notify the store manager/supervisor of any low stock levels.
• Deliver stock based on requisitions to the various outlets.
• Stock Rotation and Expiry Dates: Implement and monitor stock rotation using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) system. Ensure products are used before their expiration dates.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 1 year work experience in Storeman (Essential)
• English proficiency (Essential)
• Computer literacy of MS Office (Essential)
• Driver's license + own reliable transport (Essential)
• Energetic, committed, team player
• Self-motivated and hard-working
• Due to the nature of the hotel industry, must be available after hours and over weekends
• Prepared to go through occupational assessments
• Capable of lifting and moving goods as required for the role