Our client, a Global Healthcare and Crop Science Innovation company is looking to hire a Production Warehouse Assistant. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for warehousing and stock management of chemicals, consumable and raw seed including other tasks.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage stock transfers from Mkushi warehouse to Lusaka and other designated locations as requested.
• Monitor and manage fumigation process on fumigation of seed.
• Responsible for weekly cycle count and month end stock take.
• Responsible for SAP, GI and GR of seed between production plants.
• Responsible for receiving seed from growers and ensure its receipted in SAP.
• Responsible for supervision of seasonal workers that will work within the warehouse.
• Must be health and safety oriented and obtain PPE for all staff working on site. Additionally ensure firefighting equipment is in place and working and monitor due dates for service of firefighting equipment’s.
• Communicate all seed cleared for write off to facilitate disposal.
• Should have prior experience of housekeeping within warehousing.
• Store and control storage of all seed, raw and treated.
• Adhere to all applicable legislation, company’s safety policies and procedures.
• Actively promote the the company’s safety culture and best practices.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management, Logistics Management or Business Management
• 2+years of work experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of the seed regulations and standard is required and experience in the seed production process will be an added advantage.
• Reasonable knowledge and practical experience of using SAP.
• Good data analysis and acceptable skills in using essential computer softwares.
• Must be able to network and manage people and key relationships.
• Should be organised, disciplined and able to demonstrate track record of reliability.
• Should be able to use technical and analytical skills to address challenges that arise and handle work pressure well.