Store Lead

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Team Lead Stores (EOU) role is to ensure efficient compliant and accurate management of all store operations within an Export Oriented Unit. This position is responsible for maintaining full EOU compliance in inventory control documentation and material movement while ensuring seamless coordination with production logistics quality and customs authorities. The role ensures timely availability of materials adherence to statutory requirements and smooth handling of high volume raw materials contributing to operational excellence and regulatory integrity of the organization.

• EOU Compliance & Inventory Governance
• Ensure full compliance with EOU (Export Oriented Unit) requirements related to stock management inventory identification traceability and ledger maintenance.
• Maintain accurate and up to date inventory ledgers documentation and traceability records as per EOU norms.
• Manage outsourcing processes and inhouse job work activities in alignment with EOU regulatory requirements.
• Possess strong knowledge of customs compliance statutory requirements documentation and procedures for customs clearance.
• Deep understanding of government-related non compliance practices audit requirements and record keeping protocols.

• Outsourcing Material Movement & Customs Coordination
• Plan and monitor outsourcing activities related to EOU (Export Oriented Unit) /SEZ (special economic zone) and DTA (Domestic Tariff Area) movement.
• In depth knowledge of material movement processes documentation flows excise/customs compliance and clearance formalities.
• Ensure accurate reporting of outsourcing jobs material transfers and consumption statements
• Ensure clear documenting and reporting of internal job work activities material transfer & accounting.

• Inventory Control Audits & Documentation
• Strong expertise in inventory control stock accuracy and documentation management.
• Conduct and supervise periodic stock counting cycle counts and full physical inventory audits.
• Ensure proper reconciliation procedures and highlight variances with corrective actions.

• Leadership & Managerial Competencies
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise/manage and guide store personnel.
• Strong skills in supervision team management and coordination with cross functional departments (logistics production quality finance).
• Ability to implement process improvements and maintain high standards of inventory & operational management

• Safety Risk Management & Compliance
• Knowledge of safety standards and risk assessment practices related to inventory management and logistics.
• Ensure adherence to internal and external safety environmental and compliance requirements.
• Implement best practices in 5s Just In Time (JIT) material handling and hazard prevention
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards including applicable audit requirements and related documentation.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7 to 8 years of experience in store management inventory control or logistics operations in reputed manufacturing company.
• Extensive hands on experience in a similar EOU or export-oriented industry.
• Exposure to manufacturing and heavy fabrication environments including handling large volumes of raw materials (1000 tons per year).
• Familiarity with import and export procedures packing standards and quality operations within store & logistics functions
• Excellent negotiation communication and contract management skills.
• ERP proficiency
• Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelors / Masters degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management.

Preferred Attributes

• Expertise in inventory control techniques such as FIFO LIFO ABC analysis cycle counting & reconciliation.
• Good understanding of import/export procedures packing standards and customs clearance workflows.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment (MHE) storage systems and safe handling of heavy raw materials
• Experience in ISO-certified environments with procurement documentation.
• Exposure to supplier development and cost optimization projects.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.