Warehouse Trainee Program at Tai Recruit

Tai Recruit are looking for a Warehouse Trainee in Nairobi, Kenya to support day-to-day warehouse operations while developing practical skills in inventory management, stock handling, storage and dispatch processes.

The Warehouse Trainee will assist in receiving, storing and issuing materials and finished goods, maintaining accurate stock records, preparing orders for dispatch and ensuring warehouse hygiene and safety standards under supervision.

Reports To: Warehouse Officer

Key Responsibilities

1. Receiving and Storage

• Assist in receiving and checking incoming raw materials, packaging materials, POS materials and finished goods.
• Support the verification of received items against delivery documents.
• Assist in labelling, palletising and storing materials and finished goods in designated locations.
• Learn and apply FIFO/FEFO principles when arranging and issuing stock.
• Ensure pallets are stacked safely and stock is properly organised.

2. Inventory and Stock Control

• Assist in updating bin cards, stock movement sheets and inventory records after transactions.
• Support ERP and physical stock documentation.
• Participate in daily stock checks, cycle counts and monthly stocktaking exercises.
• Assist in identifying and reporting stock discrepancies, damaged goods, expired items and variances.
• Learn basic stock traceability and batch/lot tracking procedures.

3. Stock Issuance and Dispatch

• Assist in picking and preparing orders accurately for dispatch.
• Support the issuance of raw materials and packaging materials to production.
• Assist in preparing finished goods for dispatch and supporting truck loading.
• Help verify stock quantities, product details and batch information against dispatch documents.
• Ensure dispatches have the required supporting documentation before release, under supervision.

4. Warehouse Hygiene and Housekeeping

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation within warehouse and loading areas.
• Support implementation of 6S and food safety standards.
• Assist in monitoring warehouse conditions and reporting hygiene, pest control or storage concerns.
• Report damaged or compromised stock and any conditions that may affect product quality.

5. Documentation and Reporting

• Assist in completing receiving and issuing documentation, including Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and material issue forms.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements and assist in updating dispatch registers and logs.
• Support the preparation of basic stock and warehouse activity reports.
• Ensure assigned documentation is completed accurately and on time.

6. Safety, Compliance and Security

• Follow warehouse SOPs, health and safety procedures and required PPE standards.
• Assist in maintaining secure access to warehouse and restricted storage areas.
• Learn proper handling procedures for excise seals and stamps under supervision.
• Report unsafe conditions, stock losses, discrepancies and other incidents promptly.
• Support compliance with applicable warehouse, food safety and regulatory requirements.

7. Collaboration and Training

• Work closely with warehouse, production, sales and logistics teams to support stock availability and dispatch readiness.
• Participate actively in training and learning activities.
• Demonstrate a strong learning attitude and willingness to develop practical warehouse and inventory management skills.

Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications and Skills

• Recent graduate 2025-2026 with a Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Stores Management or a related field.
• Strong interest in warehouse operations, inventory management and logistics.
• Basic understanding of stock handling, storage and inventory control principles is an added advantage.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy, with familiarity with MS Office.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment.

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