Assistant Store Keeper – BasiGo

BasiGo is an early stage e-mobility start-up looking to revolutionize the public transportation sector by providing matatu owners with a cost effective electric alternative to diesel. We are searching for an organized and detail-oriented storekeeper to assist in the management of all store operations. In this position, you'll play a key role in the proper care and maintenance of our parts, stock, tools, and equipment; including ordering, receiving, and managing inventory.

Position Summary

• Receives, stores, and issues materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and parts for Basigo operations
• Ensures that all precision tools are calibrated
• Informs Service Lead of low-level stock items to maintain adequate supplies; and performs related work as required.
• Performs material handling and record keeping duties associated with store keeping.
• Monitor running stock levels through a computer-based inventory management system to ensure that materials and supplies will be available for all service and maintenance operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of BasiGo spares, tools and equipment
• Receives and unpacks materials, supplies, equipment, tools and parts. Verifies articles receive against packing lists, invoices and purchase orders; notes discrepancies, damage and/or defects
• Requisitions materials and supplies according to established limits; informs Service Lead of problems regarding stock limits and product quality. 
• Consistently and constantly prioritizes assignments to ensure smooth operation of the Depot
• Stores materials received in bins, on shelves, or in other appropriate locations or arranges for the appropriate delivery of the received materials
• Issues materials, supplies, and other articles from stock through Computerized Inventory Management System
• Identifies and inventories long life, major cost items such as special diagnostic equipment, power tools, test equipment and electrical appliances, affixes appropriate asset stickers
• Takes regular or daily cycle count(s) of the Bus Stores inventory
• Develops and maintains cooperative, effective, productive and tactful working relationships with Basigo service personnel, engineers and others in the course of the work
• Follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job
• Any other reasonable duties as may be assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of a college diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in storekeeping, inventory control, or recordkeeping
• Proper knowledge of advanced excel functions
• Familiarity with standard concepts and best practices in a stockroom or warehouse environment
• Analytical mind with ability to make accurate mathematical computations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competencies in data entry, analysis, and management
• Keen attention to detail and ability to effectively manage time
• Strong team player who is ready to collaborate and achieve the best result for the team!
• Able to work flexible hours (including night shift)

Attitude and approach

• A proactive approach to work, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and to maintain a high-quality standard when working under time pressure.
• Growth mindset, excited to learn and not scared of asking questions.
• Self-motivated and a great team player.