| Assistant Manager – Retail Logistics – Retail Corporate Office | |
| Al Futtaim Group Dubai, UAE Ref: HP698-4104 |
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The RoleThe RoleAl-Futtaim's Retail Division holds a stable of world class brands operating in buoyant markets with huge growth prospects. Some of our brands are Marks & Spencer, Toys R Us, and IKEA as well as Robinsons with a range of smaller brands selected for their appeal to the markets in which we operate. We currently operate our Retail outlets across the Middle East and in South East Asia. We have enjoyed phenomenal success throughout the UAE, Egypt and GCC countries. We are in the final stages of outline planning for massive growth and need to prepare for the next phase of this program.  We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager - Retail Logistics, to be based from our Dubai operation. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager for Retail, you will be implementing the Logistics Strategy for the Retail Brands. Main accountabilities of this role: * Ensure that proper Service Level Agreements are signed with all the service providers. Discuss with the service providers renewal of contracts well in advance and initiate discussion in coordination with the Supply Chain Manager. * Coordinate between various 3rd Party Logistic Suppliers and retail brands to collate statistical data on volume, IN/OUT movement, supply chain cost and Service level. * Attend operational review meeting between the service providers and retail brands and identify areas for improvement. * Maintain the relationships between the customers and service providers and ensure service break downs are escalated to Supply Chain Manager.  * Support the retail brands to schedule and facilitate the annual Distribution Centre stock and operational audit. * Full control over delivery to stores across GCC and flow of documents. Need to coordinate with customers and service providers to ensure seamless delivery flow and product availability. * Verification of Distribution Centre overheads quarterly, along with brand representatives to ensure full control over the expenses. * Interact with Logistics team of each retail brand and evaluate the service level, operational aspects, throughput & stock holding, space situation, and relationship with service providers. * Identify areas for improvement with service providers, initiate measures to ensure continuous improvement. |
RequirementsRequirementsThe ideal candidate for this role: * Educated to degree level, preferably within an International Business or Logistics discipline. * At least 5 years experience within a Logistics Operations role, ideally within the Retail Industry. * Proven experience of working with contracts and discussing contractual terms. Â * Excellent knowledge of MS Office. |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyEstablished in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt. The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Group’s continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery. The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Group’s belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility. |
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