Store Manger At Optimum Hospital

About the Role





Optimum Hospital is looking for a diligent, results-driven Stores Manager to oversee the receipt, storage, control and issue of drugs, medical supplies, equipment and non-medical supplies. You will ensure essential items are always available for patient care, stock records are accurate, and wastage, losses and stock-outs are kept to a minimum.





Key Responsibilities





Maintain optimal stock levels by setting and reviewing minimum, maximum and reorder levels

Conduct regular stock counts, reconcile discrepancies and investigate variances

Receive and inspect deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices, checking quantity, quality, expiry dates and damage

Issue items to departments against approved requisitions on time, and respond promptly to emergency requests

Ensure proper storage, including cold chain items, applying FEFO and FIFO principles

Forecast demand, consolidate departmental requirements and support the preparation of procurement plans

Identify, quarantine and dispose of expired, damaged or obsolete items in line with approved procedures

Compile daily, weekly and monthly stock, consumption and expiry reports

Support internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations

Safeguard hospital stock against theft, loss and damage, and enforce health, safety and fire safety practices

Supervise, train and appraise store assistants

Prepare and manage the stores budget and submit monthly budget reports

Work with the pharmacy, procurement, finance and user departments to ensure smooth supply





Qualifications and Experience





Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field from a recognised institution

Membership of a relevant professional body, e.g. Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)

At least 5 years' experience in stores or inventory management, including 1 - 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting

Knowledge of health products and commodities management is an added advantage





Skills and Competencies





Strong leadership, supervisory and organisational skills

Integrity, accountability and attention to detail

Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure and respond to urgent requests

Proficiency in inventory or hospital management information systems and MS Office

Knowledge of storage and handling of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and cold chain items

Demand forecasting and budgeting skills