Store Manager at Integrated Dairies Limited (IDL)

Location: Jos, Plateau

Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Warehouse Management:

• Oversee daily store operations, including receiving, storing, and issuing raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are accurately recorded in the company’s ERP or inventory management system.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and prevent overstocking or stockouts.
• Implement FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and FEFO (First-Expired, First-Out) inventory principles.
• Conduct periodic stock counts and reconcile physical inventory with system records.

Cold Chain Management:

• Ensure strict adherence to cold chain protocols for yoghurt, milk, and other temperature-sensitive products.
• Monitor and document cold room temperature and humidity levels daily to maintain product integrity.
• Implement corrective actions in cases of temperature deviations or equipment failure.

Quality, Hygiene, and Safety:

• Maintain warehouse hygiene and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Storage Practices (GSP).
• Liaise with the Quality Assurance team to ensure products meet company and regulatory standards before dispatch.
• Enforce safety protocols for staff working in cold environments.
• Ensure proper pest control and housekeeping procedures within storage areas.

Logistics Coordination:

• Plan and coordinate dispatch operations to ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining temperature requirements.
• Work with logistics teams to ensure refrigerated vehicles meet required temperature and hygiene standards.

Leadership & Reporting:

• Supervise and train store staff on inventory handling, cold chain procedures, and safety protocols.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports on stock movement, temperature logs, and store performance.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for efficient store management.

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in warehouse or store management within the FMCG or dairy industry.
• Proven experience managing cold chain storage for perishable products such as yoghurt and milk.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems (e.g., ERP, SAP, or Odoo).
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, and other food safety standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
• Effective communication and report writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic operational needs.

Salary
N300,000 - N450,000 monthly.