Junior Store Controller

About Puratos

Puratos is a global frontrunner specializing in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients. With over 10,000 employees spanning more than 70 nations, the company generated a consolidated revenue of 2.8 billion euros in 2022. Our passion for innovation, pioneering mindset, and dedication to community involvement defines our unique company culture and propels our sustained growth.

Position Overview

The Junior Store Controller plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse and store facilities in Addis Ababa. This position ensures that all finished products, raw materials, store items, and non-stock materials are stored properly in line with warehouse protocols and safety regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure proper storage and managing of finished goods, raw materials, and other store items following warehouse procedures and safety standards.
• Oversee daily store operations and inventory management activities.
• Distribute stock to various user departments in accordance with company policies.
• Perform physical inventory counts to validate product inflows and outflows.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support operational efficiency.
• Keep accurate, updated records of inventory items and generate regular reports on stock levels.
• Supervise receipt, processing, fulfillment, dispatch, and movement of materials at the plant location.
• Continuously review store layout and space utilization to enhance material flow and storage efficiency.
• Ensure timely uploading of store transaction records onto the company's management system.
• Coordinate periodic stock audits and promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate and report incidents of damaged or missing stock to supervisors.
• Implement workplace health, safety, and environmental (HSE) guidelines to ensure a safe storage environment.
• Regularly evaluate and improve store management policies and procedures for greater effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

• A university degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Accounting, Management, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates or applicants with up to one year of relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• Proficiency in English language skills including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Competency in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach others effectively.
• A team-oriented, trustworthy, service-minded, open, and continuously improving attitude.
• Self-driven with a positive and motivated mindset.

Working Environment and Culture

Puratos fosters a warm, family-like atmosphere supported by a legacy of consistent growth and clear strategic vision. Our workplace promotes care, trust, respect, and prioritizes people. We are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and an inclusive environment that reflects our varied customers and communities, fueling innovation and accountability.