The overall scope of this role is to ensure that Hotel Inventory Stores are correctly maintained and controlled.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies & Procedures.
• Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.
• Responsible for entering issued goods into the system when necessary.
• Responsible for maintaining proper labeling of items including name and dates, as well as the corresponding par levels.
• Responsible for issuing goods in a timely manner against the corresponding authorized requisition.
• Responsible for inventories of storerooms within the stipulated guidelines
• Responsible for alerting supervisor on dead or slow moving stock.
• Responsible for reviewing and recording any goods issued after hours.
• Responsible for ensuring that all storerooms are locked, supervised, organized, and clean at all times.
• Responsible for performing any additional duties assigned by Management and assisting in other areas of Purchasing as needed.
• Responsible for communicating with supervisor on any discrepancies or other potential problems.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• BSc degree/HND in purchasing or related field
• 2-3 years in receiving or storeroom functions
• Proven experience as a Stores Supervisor or similar role in a five star luxury hotel
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Ability to handle high volume with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
• Works in a safe, prudent and organized manner
• Ability to operate computer and mechanical equipment
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Experience in respective computer software is a plus
• Knowledge of food handling, quality control and local regulations