ANDREW KISITU

• Monitored and maintained accurate inventory levels for laboratory supplies, chemicals, and reagents, ensuring that stock is updated and orders are placed when supplies run low.

• Liaised with suppliers and vendors to order and purchase necessary laboratory materials, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.

• Conducted regular audits of laboratory supplies, updating inventory databases to maintain optimal levels and avoid excess or shortages.

• Managed laboratory inventory within allocated budgets, optimizing expenditure by monitoring costs and finding competitive prices.

• Ensured all laboratory equipment was properly stored, maintained, and serviced, keeping accurate records of equipment warranties

and service schedules.

• Ensured that inventory management adhered to safety protocols and regulations, particularly for hazardous materials, maintaining safety data sheets and proper labeling.

• Utilized laboratory information management systems or software like Excel to track and manage inventory data, analyze usage trends, and generate reports for team meetings.

• Assisted in receiving and inspecting incoming deliveries, verifying the quality and quantity of items against purchase orders, and updating inventory records.
• Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
• Communicated with kitchen management regarding low stock items and contributed to weekly stock takes to support accurate inventory control.
• Updated digital and manual inventory records, ensuring accurate tracking of stock levels and supplies used daily.
• Regularly tracked and monitored kitchen inventory, ensuring timely restocking of ingredients and supplies to avoid shortages during service.
• Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.