Supplies Clerk
ようどがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Accounting Clerical Occupations
Summary
Clerical position responsible for ordering, receiving, inventory management, and inspection of consumables and supplies within the organization.
Description
The Supplies Clerk handles ordering of consumables and supplies used within the organization, from delivery inspection and receipt, to recording and updating inventory quantities, inventory adjustments, budget management, and coordination with suppliers. Accuracy is required, and planning and attention to detail are important to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
Future Outlook
While business efficiency improves with the introduction of RPA and cloud-based inventory management systems, skills in operating and managing these systems are also required.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Precise and Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Department Assignment / Full-time / Office Work / Staggered Shifts
Career Path
Supplies Clerk → Materials Staff → Purchasing Staff → Materials Management Supervisor → General Affairs Staff → Accounting Clerk
Required Skills
Bookkeeping / Delivery Inspection / Inventory Management System Operation / Ordering Tasks / Spreadsheets
Recommended Skills
Accounting Software Operation / English (Basic) / SAP MM Module / Vendor Development Negotiation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Order mistakes or inventory count errors can have significant business impacts. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Daily management of numbers such as inventory counts and budgets is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning is essential for optimizing order timing and inventory levels. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are routine, emphasizing accuracy over creativity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
Related Jobs
- Accounting Clerk
- Inventory Manager
- Materials Manager
- Purchasing Staff