Position Title: Warehouse Specialist

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for performing foundational daily warehouse operations, including stock receiving, put-away, order picking, packing, and regular inventory counts. This entry-level role ensures overall stock accuracy and maintains a clean, safe, and organized operational environment through continuous adherence to 5S housekeeping standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Warehouse Operations & Inventory Control

• Receiving & Inbound: Assist in unloading incoming shipments, inspecting goods for damage, and checking received items against delivery documents.
• Shelving & Put-Away: Systematically store and shelf received goods in designated warehouse locations to facilitate efficient access and inventory tracking.
• Picking & Packing: Accurately pick products based on material requisitions or sales orders, pack goods securely, and prepare them for dispatch.
• Stocktaking & Auditing: Participate in daily, weekly, and periodic stock counts (inventory audits) to ensure physical inventory matches records.

2. Workplace Maintenance & 5S Implementation

• Execute and sustain daily 5S standards across assigned warehouse areas:
  • Sort: Clear unnecessary items from workstations and aisles.
  • Set in Order: Ensure all tools, equipment, and goods are stored in marked, logical places.
  • Shine: Maintain cleanliness of shelves, floors, and storage equipment.
  • Standardize: Follow standard operating procedures to keep the work environment tidy and safe.
  • Sustain: Consistently practice workplace discipline and safety practices.
• Maintain clear pathways, fire exits, and loading areas to prevent accidents and promote an efficient workflow.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Associate Degree / Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification (Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related fields preferred).

Experience: No prior experience required; open to entry-level candidates and recent graduates eager to grow in supply chain operations.

Key Attributes & Competencies:

• Responsibility: High level of reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physical operational tasks, including standing for extended periods, lifting, and handling stock.
• Teamwork & Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.
• Interview Performance: Demonstrated enthusiasm, problem-solving capability, and strong alignment with organizational values during the selection process.

   

• Assist in unloading incoming shipments, inspecting goods for damage, and checking received items against delivery documents.
• Systematically store and shelf received goods in designated warehouse locations to facilitate efficient access and inventory tracking.
• Accurately pick products based on material requisitions or sales orders, pack goods securely, and prepare them for dispatch.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and periodic stock counts (inventory audits) to ensure physical inventory matches records.
• Execute and sustain daily 5S standards across assigned warehouse areas: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain.
• Maintain clear pathways, fire exits, and loading areas to prevent accidents and promote an efficient workflow.

• Reliability
• Punctuality
• Attention to detail
• Physical Stamina
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem-solving

• Associate Degree / Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification (Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related fields preferred).
• No prior experience required; open to entry-level candidates and recent graduates eager to grow in supply chain operations.