CHARLES WAIHENYA MWANIKI
Business Administration
NAIROBI,Nairobi
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Clerk
Tusker Mattresses LTD
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
- Sustained a clean work environment by adhering to housekeeping standards when handling merchandise deliveries daily.
- Streamlined the receiving process for improved efficiency and time management in the workplace.
- Prevented loss or theft of valuable items through vigilant monitoring of security protocols during receiving tasks consistently.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations during receiving tasks, significantly lowering workplace incidents.
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
- Optimized storage space utilization by arranging received items strategically within designated areas of the warehouse.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials to appropriate departments, contributing to smooth operations throughout the company.
- Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Improved supplier relations by communicating professionally with vendors about order discrepancies and required adjustments.
- Expedited processing times by swiftly unloading trucks and properly staging products for inspection.
- Increased warehouse productivity by training new staff members on Receiving Clerk duties and best practices.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 20 packages per day.
- Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
Storekeeper
Nairobi Serena Hotel
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and maintaining updated records.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all incoming materials, verifying quantities against purchase orders and communicating discrepancies to relevant parties.
- Maintained a safe working environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Monitored merchandise on shelves and in storage using inventory control system.
- Minimized losses due to spoilage or damage by implementing proper handling techniques and storage conditions for goods.
- Oversaw warehouse staff by providing instructions and leading daily activities.
Education
BBA - Purchase And Supplies
Presbyterian University Of East Africa
Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Shipping and receiving
Summary
Alert Receiving Associate with extensive knowledge of warehouse organization and safety. Committed to high-quality department operations with strong knowledge of shipping documents and quality assurance protocols. Successful at collaborating with other team members to facilitate scheduling and accurate inventory management. Offering strong organizational abilities and willingness to learn and grow in warehouse environment. Conducts tasks with attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in shipment and inventory management. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and time-management skills in Receiving Clerk role. Diligent Receiving Clerk with solid background in managing inventory and ensuring efficient warehouse operations. Proven track record in maintaining accurate records and streamlining processes. Demonstrated ability to use inventory management software and coordinate with team members effectively.
Timeline
Receiving Clerk
Tusker Mattresses LTD
08.2017 - 01.2019
Storekeeper
Nairobi Serena Hotel
01.2015 - 10.2015
BBA - Purchase And Supplies
Presbyterian University Of East Africa
04.2001 -
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