Construction Store In-charge

1. Role & Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the construction site store, ensuring the proper receipt, storage, and issuance of materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records for cement, steel, sand, aggregates, electrical materials, plumbing materials, tools, and other construction supplies.
• Receive materials from suppliers, verify quantities and quality against purchase orders, delivery challans, and invoices.
• Issue materials to site engineers, supervisors, and workers based on approved material requisitions.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the purchase department to ensure timely material replenishment.
• Conduct regular physical stock verification and reconcile discrepancies with inventory records.
• Maintain proper documentation, including GRNs, material issue slips, stock registers, and material return records.
• Store materials safely and systematically to prevent damage, wastage, theft, and deterioration.
• Track material consumption and report unusual usage, shortages, or excess stock to management.
• Coordinate with site engineers, project managers, procurement teams, and suppliers for smooth material flow.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety, and security standards within the store area.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports as required by management.

2. Preferred Candidate Profile

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Commerce, or a related field. Relevant practical experience may also be considered.
• Experience: 35 years of experience in storekeeping or inventory management, preferably in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Technical Skills: Good knowledge of construction materials, inventory control, stock reconciliation, and material documentation.
• Computer Skills: Working knowledge of MS Excel and inventory management software or ERP systems.
• Documentation: Ability to maintain accurate stock registers, GRNs, material issue records, and inventory reports.
• Coordination: Good communication and coordination skills to work with site engineers, procurement teams, vendors, and project management.
• Personal Attributes: Honest, organised, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing responsibilities independently.
• Additional Preference: Candidates with experience handling large construction site inventories and minimising material wastage will be preferred.

3. Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Accommodation or accommodation allowance, as applicable.
• Travel or site conveyance allowance, as per company policy.
• Paid leave and holidays according to company policy.
• Statutory benefits, including applicable PF and ESI.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities to work on major construction projects.
• Performance-based incentives, where applicable.