Silas Kiptallam

Detail-oriented store and inventory control professional with 3+ years of experience in inventory management and supply chain operations. Proven track record in streamlining the receiving and issuing process to maintain 100% inventory record accuracy. Skilled at executing rigorous stock audits, stock counts, inspections, and initiating replenishment to maintain the minimum inventory levels.

Store-In-Charge at Tash Mini-Mart (2022-01 – 2026-06)

• Inventory Control: Manage stock levels by overseeing ordering, receiving, and inspecting merchandise before storage, ensuring quality standards and accuracy are maintained.
• Sales and Performance Monitoring: Tracked daily sales, analyzed performance reports, and implemented strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Loss Prevention Strategies: Managed loss prevention initiatives and ensured all transactions were accurately documented and audited.
• Administration: Managed essential administrative duties, including generating sales and inventory reports, budget tracking, filling and record maintenance, and ensuring compliance with government regulations.

Store and Purchasing Intern at Tarpo Industries (2019-04 – 2019-08)

• Receipt and Verification: Managed cargo receipt operations by overseeing the unloading process and matching the three delivery documents (LPO, Delivery Note, Invoice), ensuring seamless alignment between ordered specifications and delivered goods.
• Inventory Management: Monitored stock levels and initiated replenishment to meet the minimum inventory requirements.
• Inspection: Spearheaded weekly inventory audits and reconciliation to reduce variance between physical stock and digital records.
• Order Fulfillment and Issuance: Managed the orderly and timely issuance of stock requests to various user departments.
• Data Entry: Leveraged the SAGE and Tidy Work ERP systems for accurate data entry, material categorization, and inventory tracking.
• Reporting: Authored comprehensive stock reports that provided insights for proper planning.
• Safety and Security: Maintained a 100% compliance rate with corporate safety and security standards.

Cashier at Tusker Mattress Ltd (Tuskys Supermarket) (2017-01 – 2019-12)

• Cash Management: Maintained 100% accuracy in verifying starting and ending cash float for each shift, ensuring accountability and alignment with the point-of-sale records.
• Financial Reporting: Generated financial reports by analyzing transactional data and balancing accounts to support informed management decisions.
• Financial Reconciliation: Perfected end-of-day reconciliation and conducted thorough audits of till balance to ensure accuracy, accountability, and zero discrepancies.
• Funds Security: Facilitated secure end-of-day shift deposits and followed rigorous safety procedures for funds transfer.
• Customer Relations: Resolved customer concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Industrial Attachment (Inventory Control) at Baringo County Referral Hospital (2016-10 – 2016-12)

• Inventory Control: Collaborated with the inventory control officer to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages.
• Purchasing Order Processing: Supported the initiation of the purchasing process by raising requisitions and preparing purchase orders, contributing to efficient procurement operations.
• Issuance and Order Fulfillment: Played a crucial role in issuing materials to the hospital wards, ensuring a smooth and timely flow of materials to meet operational needs.
• Stock-taking and Inspection: Took part in conducting regular stock takes and inspections to ensure alignment between physical stocks and recorded inventory.
• Receipt and Verification: Collaborated with relevant departments to verify the quality and condition of the received stocks.
• Record-Keeping: Ensured proper filing of purchase orders and requisitions, facilitating easy retrieval and reference.
• Data Entry: Ensured accurate and detailed data entry for all materials, maintaining the integrity of the computerized database.
• Maintained Cleanliness in Store: Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the store, contributing to a safe and organized work environment.

Bachelors in Procurement and Logistics – KCA University

Diploma in Supply Chain Management – Railway Training Institute (2014-01 – 2017-12)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Bartolimo Boys High School (2010-01 – 2013-12)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education – Moi Primary Tambach (2002-01 – 2009-12)