Storekeeper
Bayer Materials Science Pty Ltd Adelaide
5A Butler Bvd, Adelaide Airport, South Australia
03.2007 - 01.2010
- Kept up-to-date records of receipts, records and withdrawals from stockroom.
- Received delivery of incoming materials to reconcile purchase orders.
- Verified inventory computations' accuracy by comparing to physical counts of stock.
- Determined quantities of stock needed to replenish departments' supplies.
- Tracked, documented and resolved discrepancies on received orders.
- Contacted vendors to determine prices, specifications and other information for special orders.
- Arranged stock parts in specified sequence for assembly by other workers.
- Mediated confrontations between staff and clients to de-escalate situation.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading trucks when needed.
- Received and inspected incoming merchandise shipments to ensure accuracy of delivery, quantity and quality.
- Packed, crated and prepared bills of lading for outgoing shipments.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery of goods and obtained competitive quotes from vendors.
- Ensured that hazardous materials are properly labeled, stored and disposed off.
- Updated stock information on a daily basis in the system.
- Tracked expiration dates of stored items to ensure freshness of products sold in storerooms.
- Checked outbound shipments prior to dispatch to confirm accuracy of orders.
- Developed and implemented effective storage strategies for warehouse supplies.
- Organized shelves, racks, bins, cases, drawers and other areas within the storeroom.
- Monitored stock levels to identify shortages or overages in inventory items.
- Reported any damaged or defective goods immediately upon receipt.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding products and services offered.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Assisted with loading and unloading trucks as needed.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
- Coordinated with team members to achieve daily goals.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Performed routine maintenance on warehouse equipment.
- Updated computerized inventory management systems regularly.
- Operated material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Handled returns and exchanges in a timely manner.
- Managed shipment scheduling and coordination with carriers.
- Facilitated communication between vendors and internal departments.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Maintained warehouse organization for efficient product retrieval.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
- Tracked delivery status of shipped orders proactively.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Managed filing system of shipping and receiving documentation.