Question 6
- Mr. Aremu is a storekeeper in Pato Ltd. State four functions he is expected to perform.
- Outline five factors to be considered in setting up a warehouse.
Comments
Most of the candidate that attempted this question performed excellently well.
The responses expected from candidates are:
6.(a) Functions Mr. Aremu is expected to perform as a storekeeper.
Mr Aremu would:
- count and grade of materials in the store;
- weigh and classify of items in the store;
- maintain clean store environment;
- receive and process store requisition forms;
- inspect materials to ensure it conforms with the specification;
- receive goods into the store;
- issue materials against proper authorization;
- prepare purchase requisition for materials replenishment;
- fix and monitor stock levels;
- ensure proper materials handling;
- secure the store from theft and pilfering;
- keep proper storage of materials and protect items from damages;
- conduct regular stock taking;
- prepare documents and updating records of stock items
- prepare reports on waste, scraps and obsolete materials in the store and send to the management.
6.(b) Factors to be considered in setting up a warehouse.
- The type of material handling equipment to use in the warehouse.
- The nature of goods to be kept in the warehouse.
- Proximity to means of transport services.
- Availability of basic infrastructure.
- Government regulations affecting warehousing.
- The type of warehouse to be operated.
- The cost of setting up the warehouse.
- Availability of workforce.
- Source of finance for operating the warehouse.
- Proximity to market for goods to be kept in the warehouse.
- Availability of transportation.
- Nearness to distribution centres.
- Location of the warehouse should be accessible.
- Availability of good network services.