ABOUT THE ROLE
ORBS is recruiting on behalf of a client in the construction industry for a dependable, well-organised Stores Clerk to run their materials store in Makeni. You will make sure the right materials are in stock when site teams need them, that every item received and issued is properly recorded, and that company stock, tools and equipment are kept safe. Your work keeps the company’s construction projects moving without delays.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Receiving and issuing
- Receive and inspect deliveries, checking them against purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Issue materials to site teams against approved requisitions only.
- Receive, record and store returned or surplus materials from sites.
Stock control and records
- Keep stock records accurate and up to date in the inventory system.
- Carry out regular stock counts and investigate and report any discrepancies.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly stock reports, and keep documents ready for internal and external audits.
Store upkeep and security
- Keep the store clean, safe and organised, with all items clearly labelled.
- Rotate stock (first in, first out) to prevent damage and expiry.
- Protect materials, tools and equipment against loss, theft or damage, and report equipment needing maintenance.
- Follow the company’s Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) policies.
Planning and communication
- Work with procurement and site teams to plan material needs and reorder in good time.
- Promptly flag low stock, shortages and delivery delays to the right people.
WHAT YOU NEED
Essential
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Certificate, diploma or higher in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management.
- Registered member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).
- At least 2 years’ experience in storekeeping or inventory control.
- Working knowledge of stock management systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Able to report for work at 06:20 daily in Makeni, Lusaka.
Advantage
- Experience in construction or a related industry.
- CIPS membership.
- Knowledge of QHSE principles and safe material handling.
The kind of person we want
- Honest and trustworthy, with a strong eye for detail and accuracy.
- Organised, reliable and able to keep information confidential.
- A clear communicator who works well with site, procurement and management teams.
Responsibilities
- Receive and inspect deliveries, checking them against purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Issue materials to site teams against approved requisitions only.
- Receive, record and store returned or surplus materials from sites.
- Keep stock records accurate and up to date in the inventory system.
- Carry out regular stock counts and investigate and report any discrepancies.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly stock reports, and keep documents ready for internal and external audits.
- Keep the store clean, safe and organised, with all items clearly labelled.
- Rotate stock (first in, first out) to prevent damage and expiry.
- Protect materials, tools and equipment against loss, theft or damage, and report equipment needing maintenance.
- Follow the company’s Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) policies.
- Work with procurement and site teams to plan material needs and reorder in good time.
- Promptly flag low stock, shortages and delivery delays to the right people.
Skills
- Working knowledge of stock management systems
- Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Stock control and inventory recordkeeping
- Communication and coordination with site, procurement and management teams
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Organisation and reliability
- Knowledge of QHSE principles and safe material handling
Qualifications
- Grade 12 certificate
- Certificate, diploma or higher in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
- Registered member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)
- CIPS membership is an advantage
How to Apply
Job application procedure
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Send a cover letter, a detailed CV, copies of your certificates, proof of ZIPS membership and contact details for two referees to ORBS with “Stores Clerk – [Your Full Name]” in the subject line.
Closing date: 10, November 2026
