Store & Logistics Officer

We are recruiting candidaters to fill the position below:

Job Title: Store & Logistics Officer

Location: Lagos

Description

• The role is responsible for ensuring the timely availability of spare parts, tools, and materials required for plant operations while maintaining accurate inventory records and coordinating logistics activities to support maintenance schedules and operational efficiency.
• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Store & Logistics Officer to manage storekeeping, inventory control, and logistics operations at our power plant site in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing warehouse processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

• Coach and support colleagues in daily storekeeping and logistics activities.
• Monitor tool calibration schedules and maintain accurate calibration records.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and improve processes.
• Ensure tools are properly maintained and readily available for operational use.
• Perform routine administrative activities, including updating stock records and completing receipt, transfer, delivery, and dispatch documentation.
• Maintain the store or warehouse in accordance with 5S principles and company safety standards.
• Accurately sort, label, and store goods while optimizing warehouse space utilization.
• Retrieve and provide inventory-related information such as stock transfers, inventory levels, and delivery schedules.
• Receive incoming goods and verify quantities, quality, and documentation against purchase orders and invoices.
• Liaise with the PCM and logistics team on spare parts ordering, shipments, and accurate deliveries to site to meet maintenance schedule requirements.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives related to quality, safety, delivery, and operational efficiency.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Plant Manager.
• Pick, issue, and deliver goods according to established logistics processes.
• Maintain logistics and inventory data in relevant systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date stock records.
• Handle all plant-related storekeeping and logistics activities.
• Maintain adequate inventory and records of all tools on site.
• Plan and schedule logistics movements for the plant as directed by the Plant Manager.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in storekeeping, warehouse operations, inventory management, or logistics within a power plant, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy industry environment.
• Experience working with inventory management systems, ERP platforms, or warehouse management tools is an advantage.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and inventory management systems.
• Good understanding of workplace safety requirements and 5S principles.
• Ability to analyze inventory data and prepare accurate reports.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to operational excellence.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Familiarity with spare parts management and stock optimization practices.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics processes.
• Pack, label, and dispatch outgoing goods with all relevant documentation.