Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 3

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY A STORE KEEPER

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK TWO

Class: Senior Secondary School 3

Age: 17 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: STORE KEEPING

Topic: DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY A STORE KEEPER

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.)  Identify the duties and responsibilities of a store keeper                                                                      

II.) Discuss the duties and responsibilities of a storekeeper                                               

III.) Identify store keeping skills                                                              

IV.) Describe the roles of each store keeping skill.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher the duties and responsibilities of a store keeper

Students as a class identify duties and responsibilities of store keeper                                                                                       

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify the skills for a store keeper and describes their role in store keeping.

Students pay attention and carryout the research.

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY A STORE KEEPER

Duties and responsibilities of a storekeeper

The following are duties and responsibilities of a store keeper:

  1. Storekeepers are responsible for receiving goods from suppliers, verifying the quantity and quality of items received, and inspecting them for any damage or discrepancies.
  2. They organize and store goods in appropriate locations within the warehouse or storage area, ensuring efficient use of space and easy access to items when needed.
  3. Storekeepers keep accurate records of inventory levels, including details such as quantities on hand, locations of items, and dates of receipt or issuance.
  4. They fulfill requests for materials or products from other departments within the organization, ensuring that the correct items are provided in the required quantities and in a timely manner.
  5. Regular inventory checks are performed to reconcile physical stock levels with recorded quantities, identify any discrepancies, and investigate reasons for stock discrepancies.

Skill requirements for a store keeper

Storekeeping skills include:

  1. Numerical skill: Ability to perform calculations related to inventory management, such as counting stock, calculating reorder points, and reconciling inventory records.
  2. Administrative skills: Proficiency in maintaining accurate records, organizing paperwork, and using computerized inventory management systems to track inventory levels and transactions.
  3. Attention to detail: Ability to identify and correct errors in inventory records, recognize discrepancies in stock levels, and ensure that goods are stored and handled correctly.
  4. Communication skills: Effective communication with suppliers, colleagues, and other departments to coordinate receiving, issuing, and replenishing of goods, as well as addressing any inventory-related issues or concerns.
  5. Time management: Prioritizing tasks, managing workload efficiently, and meeting deadlines for receiving, storing, and issuing goods to ensure smooth operations within the organization.

Roles of storekeeping skill

The roles of each storekeeping skill are:

  1. Numerical skill: Helps storekeepers accurately count and track inventory, calculate reorder points to avoid stockouts, and analyze inventory data to make informed decisions about ordering and stocking levels.
  2. Administrative skills: Facilitate the organization and maintenance of inventory records, streamline inventory management processes through the use of technology, and ensure compliance with documentation requirements and record-keeping standards.
  3. Attention to detail: Ensures the accuracy of inventory records, minimizes errors in receiving and issuing goods, and helps identify and address issues such as stock discrepancies or damaged items promptly.
  4. Communication skills: Enable effective collaboration and coordination with suppliers, colleagues, and other departments, facilitating the smooth flow of materials through the supply chain and timely resolution of inventory-related issues.
  5. Time management: Allows storekeepers to prioritize tasks effectively, optimize workflow to meet demand fluctuations, and ensure that goods are available when needed without excessive holding costs or stock shortages.

EVALUATION: 1. Mention 5 duties and responsibilities of a store keeper

  1. Identify 5 skills requirements for a store keeper.
  2. Describe the role of each of the skills mentioned in 1 above.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively