storekeep

Storekeep is a term used to denote a person who manages a storeroom, warehouse, or retail stock. It is an alternative spelling of storekeeper and is sometimes used as a job title in organizations or in historical texts.

Typical duties include receiving and inspecting incoming goods, labeling and storing inventory, maintaining accurate records, performing regular stock counts, issuing items to users or customers, safeguarding assets, ensuring compliance with storage and safety rules, and coordinating with purchasing and accounting.

Storekeepers work in diverse settings, including retail stores, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and military or government supply depots. In modern organizations, the role is commonly absorbed into inventory control, warehouse management, or procurement teams, with titles such as warehouse clerk, inventory controller, or storekeeper used less frequently.

Historically, the term was more widespread in the 18th through early 20th centuries. Today, storekeeper remains a valid job title in some regions and languages, particularly in traditional or formal contexts, while many organizations prefer alternative terms.

Related topics include inventory management, warehousing, procurement, and stockkeeping.