Store Manager

Role & responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Stores Manager to oversee end-to-end inventory and stores operations at our 2-Wheeler Manufacturing Plant. The role requires effective management of 400+ SKUs, supervising a team of 5+ store personnel, and ensuring smooth material flow to support production, Spares and dispatches.

• Manage receipt, storage, and issuance of raw materials, consumables, and finished goods.
• Ensure stock accuracy through proper binning, tagging, and periodic cycle counts.
• Maintain inventory records in TCS iON and reconcile with physical stock.
• Monitor consumption patterns, safety stock levels, and prevent stock-outs or excess inventory.
• Establish and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for stores operations.
• Coordinate with Purchase, PPC, Production, and Quality to ensure on-time material availability.
• Lead and develop the stores team (5+ members), ensuring discipline and productivity.
• Control scrap handling, disposal, and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, safety, and ISO/5S requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in stores efficiency and accuracy.

Preferred candidate profile

• Graduate / Diploma in Materials Management, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• 810 years experience in manufacturing stores & inventory management.
• Strong knowledge of TCS iON / ERP systems.
• Good analytical and leadership skills with ability to manage large SKU base (400+).
• Experience in automotive / 2-wheeler / component manufacturing preferred.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Inventory accuracy 98%
• On-time material availability for production
• Effective scrap & non-moving stock control
• Adherence to SOPs, audits & statutory compliance
• Team performance & productivity