For more than 95 years, VetterTec, headquartered in Kassel, Germany, has been developing and manufacturing machines and systems for industrial drying and dewatering, primarily for the food industry. As a world-wide operating company, we generate more than 85% of our sales abroad. The key to our success is our team of over 160 employees at six locations.
To strengthen our team in Pune, India, we are looking for an Storekeeper.
· Receive, inspect and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and delivery notes.
· Check quantities, item descriptions, specifications and condition; identify and report discrepancies or damage.
· Coordinate with Purchase, Quality and suppliers to resolve shortages, damages and documentation issues.
· Maintain accurate records of stock receipts, issues, transfers and returns.
· Monitor inventory levels and inform the concerned team of shortages, excess stock and replenishment needs.
· Maintain material traceability, identification, storage records and supporting documents.
· Ensure availability and accuracy of material records, invoices and related documents, as applicable.
· Organise and maintain the store in a clean, safe and orderly manner.
· Ensure proper identification, labelling, segregation, preservation and storage of materials.
· Follow safe material-handling practices and ensure materials are stored to prevent damage or deterioration.
· Maintain stock registers, bin locations and physical inventory records.
· Issue materials against approved requests and maintain proper issue records.
· Coordinate with Production, Projects, Quality and Purchase to support planned work and urgent requirements.
· Track material availability for production and project schedules and escalate shortages promptly.
· Update inventory transactions in the ERP / inventory system accurately and on time.
· Prepare and support periodic physical stock counts, reconciliations and inventory reports.
· Report stock discrepancies, damaged or obsolete materials and other inventory risks to the Factory Manager.
· Follow company procedures, housekeeping standards and applicable health and safety requirements.
· Support audits and ensure store records and material storage practices are ready for inspection.
· 5-10 years of hands-on experience in stores, inventory control or warehouse operations.
· Experience in an engineering, fabrication, machining, manufacturing or industrial equipment company is preferred.
· Working knowledge of ERP / inventory systems; SAP or similar systems experience is an advantage.
· Good understanding of goods receipt, stock identification, material issue, physical stock counting and reconciliation.
· Ability to maintain accurate documentation and coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams.
· Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, ownership and a safety-conscious approach.
Diploma / ITI / any graduate qualification in a relevant discipline preferred.
· Accurate and timely inventory transactions and documentation.
· Reliable material availability and timely escalation of shortages.
· Good housekeeping, safe storage and material traceability.
· Timely completion of stock counts and resolution of discrepancies.
