Inventory Management & Stock Rotation Checklist
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Receiving & Initial Stocktake
Procedures for receiving deliveries and conducting initial stock counts.
Delivery Date
Purchase Order Number
Supplier Name & Contact Information
Quantity Received (per item)
Condition of Delivery (e.g., Excellent, Good, Damaged)
Notes on Delivery or Discrepancies
Supporting Documentation (e.g., Delivery Note)
Quantity Discrepancy (if any)
Explanation of Discrepancy (if applicable)
Storage & Organization
Guidelines for proper storage, labeling, and organization of inventory.
Maximum Stacking Height (per shelf/rack)
Designated Storage Area for Perishable Items?
Describe Labeling Standards (e.g., product name, receive date, expiration date)
Which storage conditions are maintained?
Primary Storage Location for Dry Goods
Are aisles and walkways clear of obstructions?
Number of designated storage zones for allergens
Describe procedures for dealing with damaged or leaking packaging
Stock Rotation (FIFO/FEFO)
Processes to ensure oldest stock is used first (First In, First Out - FIFO and First Expired, First Out - FEFO).
Primary Stock Rotation Method
Frequency of FIFO/FEFO checks (days)
Detailed Instructions for Rotating Perishable Items (e.g., produce, dairy)
Detailed Instructions for Rotating Frozen Items
Specific labeling requirements for indicating stock age/expiration
Date of last FIFO/FEFO training for staff
Departments responsible for FIFO/FEFO compliance
Sample Photo of Properly Rotated Stock (Example)
Par Levels & Reordering
Setting and managing minimum and maximum stock levels and triggering reorders.
Minimum Stock Level (Safety Stock) for [Item Name]
Maximum Stock Level for [Item Name]
Reorder Point Trigger (Automated/Manual)
Lead Time (Days) for [Item Name]
Last Reorder Date for [Item Name]
Notes on Reordering (e.g., supplier issues, seasonality)
Reorder Quantity Method
Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) - (if calculated)
Waste & Spoilage Management
Tracking and minimizing loss due to spoilage, damage, or theft.
Daily Spoilage Rate (%)
Description of Spoilage Incident (if any)
Primary Cause of Spoilage (Select One)
Date of Spoilage/Waste Incident
Estimated Value of Spoiled Goods (USD)
Affected Food Categories (Select all that apply)
Corrective Actions Taken/Planned
Attach Photo/Evidence of Spoilage (if applicable)
Record Keeping & Documentation
Maintaining accurate records of inventory levels, transactions, and waste.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Inventory Recording
Beginning Inventory Count (Date)
Ending Inventory Count (Date)
Notes on Discrepancies & Adjustments
Delivery Receipts (Scan/Photo)
Date of Inventory Adjustment
Quantity Adjusted (Item Code)
Reason for Adjustment
Technology & System Integration
Utilizing inventory management software and integrating with POS/ordering systems (if applicable).
Current Inventory Management System?
If Dedicated Software, Specify Name & Version:
Number of Users Accessing Inventory System:
Which Systems do you need to integrate with?
Target Date for System Implementation/Integration:
Describe any current integration challenges:
Existing System Documentation (manuals, training guides, etc.):
Training Required for Staff?
Regular Audits & Reviews
Periodic checks to verify accuracy and identify areas for improvement.
Date of Audit
Audit Type (Full/Spot)
Number of Items Reviewed
Number of Discrepancies Found
Description of Discrepancies (if any)
Corrective Actions Taken
Audit Outcome (Pass/Fail/Conditional)
Recommendations for Improvement
Auditor Signature
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