RUSSELL JOSEPH FERNANDES
Siolim
Summary
Experienced Storekeeper cum Receiving Clerk with over 9 years in fast-paced hospitality environments. Specializes in inventory management, goods inspection, and record maintenance, ensuring efficient supply flow. Coordinates with suppliers, complies with food safety standards, and supports operational teams with timely deliveries. Strong organizational skills enhance cost-effective stock control and operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
STOREKEEPER, RECEIVING AND PURCHASING OFFICER
THE GROOVE HOUSE RESTAURANTS MANAGEMENTS
DUBAI MARINA
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated with departments to identify material needs and sourced reliable suppliers to ensure timely availability of resources.
- Research market trends and evaluate vendor offers based on cost, quality, and delivery terms.
- Negotiate contracts and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable service.
- Prepare purchase orders, track deliveries, and maintain accurate purchasing records.
- Analyze purchasing data for cost optimization and ensure procurement compliance with company policies.
- Receive and inspect goods, verifying accuracy against purchase orders and invoices.
- Report discrepancies or damages, and manage returns or replacements with suppliers.
- Perform three-way matching to validate invoices before payment processing.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and update stock levels in manual or digital systems.
- Conduct regular stock counts, reconcile variances, and report low inventory alerts.
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
THE WANE BY SOMIYA RESTAURANTS MANAGEMENT
DUBAI MARINA
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Manage the receipt of goods, verifying items against purchase orders and inspecting for quality, quantity, and damages.
- Supervised store assistants, delegated tasks, and ensured efficient day-to-day store and receiving operations.
- Maintained accurate stock records, updated inventory systems, and monitored stock levels to prevent shortages and overstocking.
- Prepared and managed documentation for received goods and stock movements, generating regular inventory and stock reports to address discrepancies.
- Ensure proper storage of items using FIFO or other inventory methods, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized storeroom.
- Communicate with vendors regarding delivery schedules, damaged or missing items, and returns.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, hygiene, and safety standards in storage and receiving areas.
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
AVENUE HOTEL, SOUTHERN FRANCHISE COMPANY
DEIRA
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Supervise the unloading and verification of incoming deliveries to ensure items match purchase orders and meet quality standards.
- Coordinate with suppliers on delivery timelines, resolve issues related to damaged or incorrect items, and handle return or exchange processes.
- Enforced cleanliness, safety, and inventory procedures in receiving and storage areas to uphold company standards.
- Direct and support storekeeping staff, assign responsibilities, and ensure smooth daily operations in both receiving and storage functions.
- Maintained logs for received goods, discrepancies, returns, and daily stock usage; prepared inventory and audit reports for accurate record-keeping.
- Updated inventory records and tracked stock movements to ensure timely reordering and minimize excess stock.
- Maintain systematic and efficient storage of materials, following proper rotation practices like FIFO to minimize spoilage and waste.
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SAMAYA HOTEL, TIGER GROUP
DEIRA
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Coordinated with procurement and suppliers to schedule incoming shipments, reducing delivery conflicts and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Supervised inspection of incoming materials for correct quantity, quality, and specification compliance prior to acceptance.
- Strategically planned the storage layout to maximize space utilization and streamline access to frequently used items.
- Logged all stock entries, receipts, transfers, and issuance records accurately in the inventory management system.
Education
TRADE PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE -
HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING
GOA04-2014
High School Diploma -
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING
GOA12-2016
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION -
ST. FRANCIS XAVIERS HIGH SCHOOL
GOA04-2011
Skills
- Inventory management
- Materials receiving
- Inventory reporting
- Storage management
- Order processing
- ERP software
- Micros Materials control software (FMC)
- Microsoft Excel
- Time management
- ERP software
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Data entry
- Multitasking and organization
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the above-mentioned information about me is correct and true up to the best of my knowledge.
Hobbies and Interests
- Portrait Sketching
- Swimming
- Fishing
Drivers License
LMV (MANUAL & AUTO), DUBAI
Languages
English
Native
Native
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
KONKANI
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
STOREKEEPER, RECEIVING AND PURCHASING OFFICER
THE GROOVE HOUSE RESTAURANTS MANAGEMENTS
06.2024 - 03.2025
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
THE WANE BY SOMIYA RESTAURANTS MANAGEMENT
11.2022 - 06.2024
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
AVENUE HOTEL, SOUTHERN FRANCHISE COMPANY
11.2018 - 11.2022
STORE & RECEIVING IN-CHARGE IN FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SAMAYA HOTEL, TIGER GROUP
12.2016 - 11.2018
TRADE PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE -
HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING
High School Diploma -
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION -
ST. FRANCIS XAVIERS HIGH SCHOOL