Store Manager

Job Title: Stores Manager

Location: Bangalore

Reports To: Head of Production

Team Size: 3 direct reports

Job Purpose

Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production through disciplined inventory management, efficient procurement, vendor development, and ERP-driven store operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Control

·        Manage receipt, storage, and issue of materials and finished goods

·        Maintain accurate stock records in ERP

·        Define and monitor minimum and reorder levels

·        Prevent stock-outs and overstocking

·        Track slow-moving and obsolete inventory

·        Conduct periodic physical stock audits

Procurement & Vendor Management

·        Source materials and negotiate pricing

·        Develop alternate vendors for critical items

·        Monitor vendor lead times and performance

·        Reduce procurement costs through negotiation and planning

·        Ensure timely purchase to avoid production delays

Team Management

·        Supervise store staff and allocate responsibilities

·        Ensure discipline and process adherence

·        Train team on ERP and store procedures

Systems & Process Improvement

·        Drive ERP-based store transactions

·        Standardize and improve store processes

·        Generate reports on stock accuracy, aging, and procurement metrics

Compliance & Safety

·        Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory norms

·        Maintain proper documentation for audits

·        Enforce safety standards in the store

Key Performance Indicators

·        ≥98% stock accuracy

·        Zero production stoppage due to material shortage

·        Reduction in inventory holding cost

·        Reduction in obsolete stock

·        Timely and accurate GRN entries

·        Zero major audit non-conformities

Qualifications & Experience

·        Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in store management in manufacturing

·        Diploma or Bachelor’s degree preferred

·        ERP experience preferred

Skills

·        Strong organizational and leadership skills

·        Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.

·        ERP familiarity preferred

·        Strong negotiation ability

·        Ability to work under production pressure