Stores Assistant
2025-06-20T07:18:33+00:00
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
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https://www.uedcl.co.ug/
FULL_TIME
6th Floor - Nakasero
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Engineering Services
Transportation & Logistics
2025-06-27T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
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Job Purpose
To manage inventory and store operations within the assigned area, ensuring the accurate receipt,
storage, distribution, and tracking of materials and supplies necessary for the operation of the electricity
distribution network.
Impact: The Stores Assistant directly impacts the operational efficiency and effectiveness of UEDCL by
ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed. Proper inventory management helps
minimize delays in service delivery, reduces costs associated with excess stock or shortages, and supports
the overall performance and reliability of the electricity distribution network.
Key Result Areas
- Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels of materials and supplies, ensuring adequate
availability for operational needs
- Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy in stock records and identify discrepancies
- Oversee the receipt of materials and supplies, ensuring proper documentation and inspection
for quality and quantity upon delivery
- Address any discrepancies or quality issues with suppliers promptly
- Organize and maintain the storage area in accordance with safety regulations and best practices
to ensure efficient access to materials
- Implement proper labeling and tracking systems to facilitate easy retrieval of items.
- Coordinate the timely distribution of materials to relevant departments and personnel, ensuring
that all requests are fulfilled efficiently
- Maintain accurate records of materials issued and returns to ensure accountability and
traceability
- Prepare and maintain accurate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and usage
patterns
- Document all transactions related to receiving, storage, and distribution of materials to maintain
compliance with company policies
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards related to
stores and inventory management
- Promote a culture of safety within the stores environment by adhering to safe handling and
storage practices.
Expected Output
- Accurate and up-to-date inventory records, minimizing discrepancies and optimizing stock levels
- Efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, contributing to operational continuity and
service delivery
- Timely reporting and documentation of inventory activities, supporting transparency and
compliance
- Well-organized (Systemized) and safe storage areas that enhance efficiency and accessibility of
materials
- Positive contributions to overall cost management by reducing excess inventory and waste.
Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration,
Finance, Logistics, or a related field
- Full or ongoing Certification in inventory management, Accounting or related
disciplines is an advantage.
Experience
- 2+ years of experience in stores, inventory management, or a similar role, preferably in the
utilities or service industry.
Competencies
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records
- High level of accuracy in inventory management, documentation, and reporting
- Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office applications
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with suppliers, colleagues, and
management
- Ability to identify issues related to inventory and supplies and develop practical solutions
- Understanding of safety regulations and industry standards relevant to inventory and store
management
Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels of materials and supplies, ensuring adequate availability for operational needs Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy in stock records and identify discrepancies Oversee the receipt of materials and supplies, ensuring proper documentation and inspection for quality and quantity upon delivery Address any discrepancies or quality issues with suppliers promptly Organize and maintain the storage area in accordance with safety regulations and best practices to ensure efficient access to materials Implement proper labeling and tracking systems to facilitate easy retrieval of items. Coordinate the timely distribution of materials to relevant departments and personnel, ensuring that all requests are fulfilled efficiently Maintain accurate records of materials issued and returns to ensure accountability and traceability Prepare and maintain accurate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and usage patterns Document all transactions related to receiving, storage, and distribution of materials to maintain compliance with company policies Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards related to stores and inventory management Promote a culture of safety within the stores environment by adhering to safe handling and storage practices.
Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records High level of accuracy in inventory management, documentation, and reporting Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office applications Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with suppliers, colleagues, and management Ability to identify issues related to inventory and supplies and develop practical solutions Understanding of safety regulations and industry standards relevant to inventory and store management
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Logistics, or a related field Full or ongoing Certification in inventory management, Accounting or related disciplines is an advantage. Experience 2+ years of experience in stores, inventory management, or a similar role, preferably in the utilities or service industry.
JOB-68550b49376ec
Vacancy title:
Stores Assistant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Engineering Services, Category: Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, June 27 2025
Duty Station:
6th Floor - Nakasero | kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, June 20 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
To manage inventory and store operations within the assigned area, ensuring the accurate receipt,
storage, distribution, and tracking of materials and supplies necessary for the operation of the electricity
distribution network.
Impact: The Stores Assistant directly impacts the operational efficiency and effectiveness of UEDCL by
ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed. Proper inventory management helps
minimize delays in service delivery, reduces costs associated with excess stock or shortages, and supports
the overall performance and reliability of the electricity distribution network.
Key Result Areas
- Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels of materials and supplies, ensuring adequate
availability for operational needs
- Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy in stock records and identify discrepancies
- Oversee the receipt of materials and supplies, ensuring proper documentation and inspection
for quality and quantity upon delivery
- Address any discrepancies or quality issues with suppliers promptly
- Organize and maintain the storage area in accordance with safety regulations and best practices
to ensure efficient access to materials
- Implement proper labeling and tracking systems to facilitate easy retrieval of items.
- Coordinate the timely distribution of materials to relevant departments and personnel, ensuring
that all requests are fulfilled efficiently
- Maintain accurate records of materials issued and returns to ensure accountability and
traceability
- Prepare and maintain accurate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and usage
patterns
- Document all transactions related to receiving, storage, and distribution of materials to maintain
compliance with company policies
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards related to
stores and inventory management
- Promote a culture of safety within the stores environment by adhering to safe handling and
storage practices.
Expected Output
- Accurate and up-to-date inventory records, minimizing discrepancies and optimizing stock levels
- Efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, contributing to operational continuity and
service delivery
- Timely reporting and documentation of inventory activities, supporting transparency and
compliance
- Well-organized (Systemized) and safe storage areas that enhance efficiency and accessibility of
materials
- Positive contributions to overall cost management by reducing excess inventory and waste.
Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration,
Finance, Logistics, or a related field
- Full or ongoing Certification in inventory management, Accounting or related
disciplines is an advantage.
Experience
- 2+ years of experience in stores, inventory management, or a similar role, preferably in the
utilities or service industry.
Competencies
- Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records
- High level of accuracy in inventory management, documentation, and reporting
- Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office applications
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with suppliers, colleagues, and
management
- Ability to identify issues related to inventory and supplies and develop practical solutions
- Understanding of safety regulations and industry standards relevant to inventory and store
management
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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