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Storeperson

Storepeople receive, check, store and send out goods from a business or other organisation.

 

Tasks & duties

Storepeople may do some or all of the following:

  • receive and unpack incoming goods
  • check the quantity and quality of delivered goods
  • reject goods that do not meet specified standards
  • receive orders for goods
  • check that the correct goods are packed
  • send out the goods
  • send goods to be repaired
  • keep records of stocks and order more
  • check invoices for goods and keep records up to date
  • answer written and telephone enquiries
  • liaise with delivery companies
  • drive a fork-lift or use a palette-jack for lifting goods
  • keep the storeroom clean and tidy
  • are responsible for security in the storeroom
  • relieve other staff when required

 

Skills & knowledge

Storepeople need to have:

  • knowledge of the details of the goods they are handling
  • the ability organise goods efficiently in small and crowded spaces
  • good communication and people skills
  • basic keyboard and computer skills
  • practical skills
  • the ability to drive a fork-lift or pallet jack if working in a larger storeroom. Storepeople working with foodstuffs also need to be aware of health and safety issues about the handling and storage of chilled or perishable products

 

Entry requirements

There are no specific requirements to become a storeperson, although a heavy vehicle licence, OSH certification, or a fork-lift driver's licence may be required depending on the company you work for.

 

Secondary education

There are no specific secondary education requirements, but a basic knowledge of English and maths is preferred.

 

Training on the job

Skills are gained on the job. Many employers send storepeople on training courses and some provide fork-lift training.

 

Useful experience

Useful experience for storepeople includes:

  • retail work
  • courier work
  • stockroom work
  • any kind of physical work such as fruit picking
  • work with people

 

Related courses

Automotive Vehicle Operations
Occupational Health and Safety
Purchasing, Warehousing and Distribution
Secretarial and Office Studies

 

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