Storekeeper (PIDG/RIM 3) - May Pen Hospital

Qualifications & Experience:

• Associate Degree/Diploma in Business Administration, Finance and Accounts AND/OR 
• Certificate in Supplies Management (MIND) – Level Three 
• Certificate in Supervisory Management from a recognized institution would be an asset
• Entry Level requirements- 4 CSEC/GCE/SSC or City of Guilds 
• One (1) year experience working in a Stores/Supplies Unit. 

OR 

• Any other equivalent combination of experience and qualifications 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written format. 
• Good interpersonal relations skills 
• Good customer service skills 
• Sound integrity, ethics in performance of duties 
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial reports 
• Excellent use of Information, Communication & Technology 
• Knowledge of the Performance Management Appraisal System 
• Knowledge of MyHR+ 
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act 

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Maintains continuous communication with Suppliers of goods and services for new products on the market that could be introduced at the workplace. 
• Advises Procurement of out of stock items and reorder levels. 
• Checks and receives supplies against Purchase Order and Delivery Slip to ensure that all items meet specifications, are received in good condition, and are of the required quantity.
• Stores and handles supplies properly, allowing for easy identification and retrieval, and the prevention of damage and deterioration. Particular attention should be paid to items with expiry dates. 
• Ensures that items issued from the Stores department are supported by properly completed and approved documentation. 
• Carry out a physical inventory, verify against records, and report any discrepancies on a weekly basis. 
• Attend to calls after working hours to supply items for disaster and other emergencies.
• Establishes follow-up mechanisms to address and reconcile any discrepancies that may exist between physical balances and log book recorded balances. 
• Store goods in appropriate order and issue using the first in first out system (FIFO).
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager/Hospital Administrator/Parish Administrator within the scope of training.

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED