Stockroom Staff / Stock Clerk Job Description
1. Job Overview
A Stockroom Staff / Stock Clerk is responsible for receiving, organizing, and maintaining stock items in storage rooms, warehouses, or backroom areas. They ensure products are properly labeled, stored, and prepared for replenishment on the sales floor or production area.
2. Job Description Details
Stock Clerks assist in unloading deliveries, checking item quantities, updating inventory records, and organizing stock shelves or storage spaces. They work closely with store staff, inventory personnel, and warehouse teams to support smooth stock flow and maintain a clean, orderly stockroom environment.
3. Key Responsibilities
- Receive and unload shipments, verifying quantities and item conditions
- Organize and label products in the stockroom or storage areas
- Replenish shelves or sales floor displays as needed
- Monitor stock levels and notify inventory clerks or supervisors of shortages
- Assist in stock counting, cycle counts, and inventory updates
- Maintain stockroom cleanliness, orderliness, and safe storage practices
- Prepare items for transfers, returns, or store distribution
- Coordinate with sales staff and warehouse teams for stock-related needs
- Operate basic stock equipment such as carts, ladders, or pallet jacks (if trained)
4. Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in stockroom, warehouse, or retail stock operations (preferred)
- Basic knowledge of inventory processes and stock rotation (FIFO)
- Physically fit for lifting, organizing, and moving stock items
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently or within a team
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Reliable, hardworking, and responsible
5. Tools & Equipment Used
- Stock carts, dollies, and hand trucks
- Barcode scanners and labeling tools
- Shelving tools and storage racks
- Inventory sheets or digital tracking systems
- Pallet jacks (manual or electric) if trained
- Basic PPE (gloves, safety shoes)
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Simple Description (One-Line)
Stock Clerk experienced in receiving goods, organizing stockrooms, and supporting inventory and store replenishment operations.
Paragraph Style (2–3 Sentences)
A dependable Stockroom Staff / Stock Clerk skilled in handling deliveries, organizing merchandise, and assisting in inventory control. Experienced in maintaining clean and efficient storage areas, coordinating with store and warehouse teams, and ensuring accurate stock flow. Dedicated to supporting smooth and organized backroom operations.