Deputy Manager – Stores, Dahej Plant

JOB TITLE: Deputy Manager – Stores, Dahej Plant

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Knauf India could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

Knauf India is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a 15+ year heritage in GYPSUM manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 90 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team mate to join us in Dahej Plant as Deputy Manager – Stores.

Can you say ‘yes’?

Do you treat your colleagues with respect?

Do you always have the customer in mind?

Do you act with future generations in mind?

Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?

Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?

What you’ll be doing:

• Maintain and supervise daily store operations, ensuring smooth receipt, storage, and issuance of materials.
• Ensure proper documentation of incoming and outgoing materials (GRN, issue slips, return slips, etc.).
• Monitor stock levels regularly and prepare material requisition to avoid shortages.
• Conduct periodic physical stock verification and reconcile with system records.
• Maintain safe and orderly storage of materials, ensuring protection from damage, loss, or theft.
• Coordinate with procurement, site engineers, and project managers regarding material requirements and delivery schedules.
• Maintain records of tools, consumables, and equipment issued to staff/contractors.
• Implement FIFO (First In, First Out) and ensure timely usage of materials.
• Prepare and submit regular stock reports, consumption reports, and balance statements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies during store operations
• People management, leadership skills and leading by examples
• Strong knowledge of storekeeping and inventory management practices.
• Familiarity with SAP software-based material management systems.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Having knowledge of CI, RCA, 5S,Lean, Six sigma etc.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
• Winning and convincing attitude, Motivator
• Team player and networker
• Commitment to the tasks, Knauf Values and company
• Fluent in English (spoken and written), additional languages are a plus
• Conducting quality checks for incoming material etc.
• Keeping the record of QC,MSDS and follow Knauf standards

What we’d love for you to have:

We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you. If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:

• Graduate in any discipline (preferably in Materials Management / Supply Chain)
• Proven track record of at least 10-15 years’ professional experience
• Experience in handling construction materials, raw material like paper, other chemicals, tools, and equipment preferred.

We’ll provide:

• A competitive salary
• Benefits

What happens next?

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