Depot Assistant

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Depot Assistant

Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Yola - Adamawa
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Depot Assistant to support the smooth daily operations of our book depots in Yola and Abuja. The ideal candidate will assist in inventory handling, order processing, stock arrangement, customer service, and administrative support to ensure efficient depot operations within a fast-paced publishing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain proper documentation of stock movement, transfers, and deliveries.
• Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and safety standards within the depot.
• Prepare customer orders and ensure timely dispatch of books to customers and sales representatives.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or damages promptly.
• Carry out other administrative and operational duties assigned by management.
• Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly depot reports.
• Receive, inspect, and arrange incoming books and materials appropriately.
• Support the depot officer/supervisor in achieving operational targets.
• Assist in stock counting, inventory control, and periodic stock reconciliation.
• Support loading and offloading of books and other materials.
• Attend to walk-in customers and provide basic product information.
• Ensure accurate shelving, labeling, and organization of books within the depot.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Candidates should possess an SSCE/OND/NCE in any relevant discipline with 1-2 years of experience in warehouse, depot, inventory, or logistics operations is an added advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and record-keeping.
• Candidate must be willing to resume immediately
• Candidates must reside in or around the preferred job location.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Physical stamina for handling stock movement
• Time management
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Inventory and stock management
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation
• Problem-solving ability