A project report on Store Management carried out at big bazaar Raipur

Submitted byAditya Vikram B.Com -5th Semester MATS University, Raipur

Introduction

Background of the study.

Organization is set of people working together for accomplishment of a common objective. The roles and responsibilities are stated clearly without any ambiguity. The positions occupied by different individuals are presented in the form of organization chart. Organizational structure is essential for continuity of the mission & coordinates & controls the business activities. Organization helps management to perform its actives effectively, optimum use of technological improvement growth & diversification, creatively, effective use of physical resources & HR.

Objectives of the study

To understand the organization structure or hierarchy of the company. To understand the working of the various departments. To enable us to gain an insight into the corporate world. To understand the various responsibilities and duties carried out by each department. The study is aimed at understanding how an organization practically works in the real situation.

Scope of the Study

This report is based on the study conducted at Big Bazaar, Raipur It aims at understanding the companys establishment, organization structure, departments, techniques, marketing strategies and the advantages it is having over the competitors. An attempt is made to analyze the companys performance in comparison to the theoretical aspects. It aims to understand the skills of the company in the areas like technological advancements, competition and in management.

Limitation of the Study

Time limit is a major constraint. As per the company rules many information was not disclosed As the managers are busy in their daily schedules it is not possible for us to spend more time in interaction and discussion with them.

Methodology

Observing the working of various departments like Store Management finance, human resource, purchasing etc. Discussion with the Store managers and employees. Visiting to the company employee of Big Bazaar. Surfing websites of the company.

Source of Data

Primary Data -The data collected for the first time through observation and interview method. The data is collected by observing the working of various departments and also by interviewing the managers of all the departments. It is also obtained by the help of staff members. Secondary Data- The data is collected by secondary sources also. The data is collected through company manual, product brochure, company website and annual report.

INDUSTRY PROFILE

Big Bazaar was launched in September, 2001 with the opening of its first four stores in Calcutta, Indore, Bangalore and Hyderabad in 22 days. Within a span of ten years, there are now 150 Big Bazaar stores in 80 cities and towns across India. Big bazaar was started by Kishore Biyani the Group CEO and Managing Director of Pantaloon Retail. Though Big Bazaar was launched purely as a fashion format including apparel, cosmetics, accessory and general merchandise, over the years Big Bazaar has included a wide range of products and service offerings under their retail chain. The current formats includes Big Bazaar, Food Bazaar, Electronic Bazaar and Furniture Bazaar.

Store Management

THE TERM STORES, STOREHOUSE, WAREHOUSE ETC REFER TO THE PHYSICAL PLACE BE IT A BUILDING OR A ROOM ETC. WHERE MATERIALS OF ALL VARIETY ARE KEPT. THE FUNCTION OF STORES IS TO RECEIVE, STORE AND ISSUE MATERIALS. STORES ARE NORMALLY DIVIDED INTO VARIOUS SECTIONS SUCH AS RECEIVING SECTION TOOL STORES GENERAL STORES RAW MATERIALS STORES FINISHED PARTS STORES ETC. STORES PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN THE OPERATIONS OF A COMPANY

Function of Store Management

TO RECEIVE RAW MATERIALS, COMPONENTS, TOOLS, SPARES, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENTS AND OTHER ITEMS AND ACCOUNT FOR THEM. TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE, PROPER AND EFFICIENT STORAGE AND PRESERVATION FOR ALL THE ITEMS. PHYSICAL CHECKING OF ALL INCOMING MATERIALS AS PER THE DELIVERY CHALLAN / INVOICE AND PROPER MAINTENANCE OF DAILY GOODS RECEIPT REGISTER OR RECORDS. ARRANGE FOR INSPECTION OF INCOMING MATERIALS. ENSURE THAT GOODS INWARD NOTES (GIN) ARE RAISED AND DISTRIBUTED WITHOUT DELAY ISSUE MATERIALS TO THE CONSUMING DEPARTMENTS AGAINST AUTHORISED REQUISITIONS AND ACCOUNT FOR THE SAME.

STORES MANAGEMENT NECESSITY OF STORES

ONE MUST ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EVEN THOUGH STORE KEEPING DOESNT ADD ANY VALUE TO THE PRODUCT IN THE NORMAL SENSE, IT IS AN ESSENTIAL FUNCTION AND JUST CANNOT BE WISHED AWAY. AT TIMES STORES MAY ADD TIME UTILITY OR VALUE BY PRESERVING SCARCE MATERIAL THAT MAY BE REQUIRED IN FUTURE. BY PROPER PRESERVATION AND STORAGE, THE STORE DEPARTMENT AVOIDS ANY DEPRICIATION IN THE VALUE OF INVENTORY. THE FINANCIAL VIEW CONSIDERS STORES AS AN OVERHEAD I.E. A COST WITH NO RETURN.

STORES ORGANIZATION

ORGANIZATION IS A VEHICLE TO ACHIEVE THE PREDETERMINED OBJECTIVES. IT IS A FRAMEWORK OF TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AUTHORITIES, AND ASSCIATED PERSONNEL. THE TYPE OF ORGANIZATION MUST BE GEARED TO ACHIEVE THE DESIRED OBJECTIVES EFFICIENTLY AND ECONOMICALLY. ORGANIZATION IS BASED ON COMMONALITY OF CERTAIN TASKS AND SPECIALIZATION OF WORK. IT IS AN INDISPENSIBLE MEANS TO GOOD MANAGEMENT. A FAULTY ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE CAN SERIOULY HAMPER ITS PERFORMANCE.

STORES MANAGEMENT CENTRALISED & DECENTRALISED STORES

THERE ARE BOTH ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ASSOCIATED WITH A CENTRALIZED OR DECENTRALIZED STORES. A VERY BIG ORGANIZATION HAVING A PORTFOLIO OF NUMEROUS PRODUCTS MAY HAVE A HUGE MAIN STORE ALONG WITH NUMBER OF SMALLER DECENTRALIZED STORE SECTIONS. THIS ARRANGEMENT DOES AWAY WITH DUPLICATION OF EFFORTS IN COMMON ACTIVITIES. ALL ITEMS OF COMMON USAGE MAY BE STOCKED IN A CENTRAL STORE TO KEEP THE INVENTORY AT OPTIMUM LEVELS. ALSO RECEIVING CAN BE DONE CENTRALLY SO AS TO HAVE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION LINKS WITH THE PURCHASE DEPARTMENT AND VARIOUS SUPPLIERS.

STORES SYSTEMS & PROCEDURES

THE STORES FUNCTION DEALS WITH THREE MAJOR ACTIVITIES : RECEIPT STOCKING

_ ISSUES

STORES SYSTEMS & PROCEDURES THE RECEIPT SECTION

THE RECEIPT SECTION : THE RECEIPT FUNCTION IS THE LAST STEP IN THE PURCHASING ACTIVITY AND THE FIRST LINK IN THE STORES FUNCTION. THIS DEALS WITH THE FUNCTION OF RECEIVING AND PHYSICALLY HANDLING DELIVERED MATERIALS, AND VERIFYING THAT THE DELIVERIES CORRESPOND EXACTLY AS TO THE NATURE AND QUANTITY AS PER SPECIFIED IN PURCHASE ORDER. INSPECTION OF INCOMING MATERIALS RANGES FROM SIMPLE COUNTING TO ELOBORATE LABORATORY TESTING AND STATISTICAL TESTS. ALL INCOMING SUPPLIES ARE RECEIVED, CHECKED AND DULY INSPECTED BEFORE FURTHER PROCESSING OF STORAGE OR USE. THIS SECTION IS ALSO CALLED AS GOODS INWARD SECTION.

Conclusion

Big Bazaar is undoubtedly the number one retailer in India. It has built a very emotional and cordial relationship with its customers. It is also very intending to build long term relationship with all its stakeholders which is very essential for a successful business venture. 2. It is observed that the organization hierarchy is professional as all the departmental Managers directly report to the Store Manager who in turn reports to the Zonal Head. 3. Big Bazaar, with 25 years of experience in the field of weaving fabrics, is the leading Apparels and fashion design fabric company.

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Robins Stephen p.(2004) Organizational behavior Websites www.futuregroup.com www.pantloon.com www.google.co.in