JOB ADVERT – STORES CLERK
Aller Aqua Zambia Limited invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Stores Clerk. The role reports to the Plant Engineer and will be based at the Aller Aqua Zambia Factory, in Siavonga.

JOB PURPOSE:
The Stores Clerk (Technical) will assume the responsibility of managing inventory, coordinating with various departments and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and supplies. The ideal candidate should possess excellent organizational skills, a strong understanding of engineering components and a proactive attitude towards maintaining an efficient stores system.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with our maintenance engineers to identify and source the best quality spare parts, tools, and equipment to keep our factory running seamlessly.
• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and secure cost-effective deals without compromising on quality.
• Maintaining inventory records using computerized systems or manual logs, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
• Coordinating with the buying team to reorder materials and supplies as needed.
• Performing regular stock checks to identify shortages, discrepancies, or obsolete items.
• Collaborating with the engineering and maintenance teams to identify specific material requirements for ongoing projects.
• Issuing materials and supplies to workshop staff, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to established procedures.
• Monitoring stock levels and propose adjustments to optimize inventory levels and avoid shortages or excess.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Full Grade Twelve School Certificate (GCE)
• Diploma /Degree in Supply Chain Management or an Advanced Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (with stores management experience) or any related field.
• A strong technical background and familiarity with industrial equipment and machinery.
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally within a manufacturing or maintenance context.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to optimize procurement processes.
• At least two (2) years in the manufacturing environment.