Stores and Logistics Assistant Job at MRC/ UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

Location: Jobs in Uganda 2023 – 2024

Work Hours: Full-time, 8 hours per day

Salary: UGX

Number of Vacancies: 01

Application Deadline: May 28, 2024

Hiring Organization: MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit

Job Details:

Position: Stores and Logistics Assistant
Reports to: Stores & Logistics Associate

Job Purpose: To support the Stores & Logistics Associate by accurately receiving, storing, and issuing the Unit’s supplies, ensuring adherence to approved Standard Operating Procedures for timely and efficient operations.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Issue supplies to end users according to approved stores requisition vouchers.
• Receive supplies from suppliers based on approved Purchase Orders.
• Track items in storage and manage inbound/outbound movement documents.
• Review, verify, and reconcile inbound/outbound shipping documents.
• Repackage supplies, prepare dispatch notes, and initiate transfer orders in ERP.
• Maintain clean storerooms with restricted access for proper storage.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly stock takes for accurate recording of stock values.
• Generate monthly purchase order fulfilment reports and forward them to the procurement team.
• Address user queries regarding stock status, availability, and shelf life.
• Identify operational needs and initiate purchase requisitions.
• Monitor stock levels and advise on reorder in line with replenishment policy.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports on stock utilization.

Person Specification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• At least 6 months of experience in a busy research or medical warehouse environment.
• Membership in a professional body such as CIPS is required.
• Experience in stores and logistics management with the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Proficiency in working with MS Office programs and office equipment (printer, fax, copier, scanner).
• Working knowledge of any ERP System and MS Dynamics – Navision.

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Application Procedure:

Follow the link below to fill out a form and submit your application documentation: https://redcap.link/Stores_and_Logistics_Assistant_524

Filling the form more than once will lead to automatic disqualification. A high level of integrity while filling out the form is required and will be considered during shortlisting.

Combine all your application documentation, including your cover letter, CV, and certified copies of academic documents, into one PDF document. The deadline for application is May 28, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. This position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Strictly follow the application procedure, as failure to do so will lead to automatic disqualification. Only online applications through the link provided will be accepted. You will receive a notification in your email if your application and documentation have been successfully received.

Address applications to: The Head of Human Resources,
MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit,
P.O. Box, 49, Entebbe, Uganda.