Michael Kariru
Logistics Coordinator/Warehouse Supervisor/Storekeeper
Summary
Hardworking Storekeeper with experience in delivering accurate inventory management in assorted environments. Facilitates productivity and prevents shortages through efficient receiving, processing and distribution of merchandise. Skilled in strategic inventory organization and tagging.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Storekeeper
Qatar Global Sports Event
03.2022 - Current
- Take delivery of all incoming materials and reconcile with purchase orders Track, document, and resolve any discrepancies on received orders.
- Ensured accuracy of the facility's inventory system by updating records of physical inventory totals, receipts, adjustments, and returns.
- Received operational supplies and equipment to the site stores from the main warehouse.
- Issued operational supplies and equipment to the operations team for distribution to properties.
- Manage inventory/supplies and ensure they are within the established minimum and maximum levels.
- Enhanced and maintained a good supplier relationship by professional handling and receiving of supplies.
- Used INFOR software to check, count and verify all inbound product inventories.
- Keep up-to-date records of receipts, records, and withdrawals from the store.
- Took part in daily and monthly stock-take to enhance inventory accuracy throughout the warehouse.
- Validating the daily inbounds/Outbound based on the documents provided and maintaining accuracy for both inbound & Outbound.
- Reporting stock discrepancies to the inventory Controller/supervisor / Managers promptly.
- Keeping and maintaining records of all stocks and materials in the organization.
- Products wise Quality check in the storage area.
- Verified near expiry items at regular intervals.
- Communicate and coordinated disposition and removal of idle, excess, and obsolete stocks and maintain inventory accuracy.
- Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
- Oversaw warehouse staff by providing instructions and leading daily activities.
- Trained, coached and scheduled employees to improve store upkeep and operations.
PURCHASING OFFICER
RAINBOW RUIRU RESORT
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Improved inspection policies to increase quality of raw materials and finished goods.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Closely worked with the accounts clerk in tracking pending supplies invoices that need to be cleared/paid.
- Forward Local Purchase Order to suppliers for item delivery
- Received and counter checked invoices from the receiving clerk upon delivery of goods.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Used Macsoft backdesk software to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Worked with clients to resolve claim issues quickly and efficiently.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets and maintained permanent records.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships and negotiated prices.
STORES CLERK
RAINBOW RUIRU RESORT
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Undertook the filling of bin cards on a daily basis.
- Issued items requested by user departments from the stores.
- Ensured items in the store are clean and in order.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
- Observed and enforced safe and ethical working practices in the stores department.
- Stack and store material on a FIFO basis
- Monitored food expiration dates for proper rotation and removal.
- Cleaned and straightened designated store areas on a regular basis.
- Resolved complaints by providing knowledgeable, quick service to meet any need and promote loyalty.
- Stayed current on stock management needs by diligently inspecting deliveries, replenishing shelves and updating storage to meet current demands.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Regularly assessed sales floor stock levels to replenish with backstock merchandise before depletion.
- Performed inventory counts and stocked merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Maintained strong vendor connections by arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
Education
Diploma - Purchasing And Supplies Management
The Kenya Institute Of Management
01.2013 - 11.2015
Certificate - Bartending And Mixology
Nairobi Bar School
10.2021 - 11.2021
Certificate - Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
Kenya Utalii College
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2019 - 05.2019
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION -
St Mary's High School
Kenya 01.2008 - 11.2012
Skills
Maximizing profitability
Relationship building and management
Team leadership and coaching
Inventory tracking and storage
Visual display arrangement
Cash Handling
Purchasing and procurement
Records Maintenance
Training and mentoring
Vendor management
Timeline
Storekeeper
Qatar Global Sports Event
03.2022 - Current
Certificate - Bartending And Mixology
Nairobi Bar School
10.2021 - 11.2021
Certificate - Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
Kenya Utalii College
01.2019 - 05.2019
PURCHASING OFFICER
RAINBOW RUIRU RESORT
01.2019 - 02.2022
STORES CLERK
RAINBOW RUIRU RESORT
10.2016 - 01.2019
Diploma - Purchasing And Supplies Management
The Kenya Institute Of Management
01.2013 - 11.2015
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION -
St Mary's High School
01.2008 - 11.2012