In-Store Logistics Manager – IKEA
Al Futtaim Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Ref: HP698-4078
Al Futtaim Group

The Role


The Role


One of the companies bearing Al-Futtaim name is IKEA.IKEA is the world's largest home furnishings store, founded in Sweden over 60 years ago. Our operations around the world are constantly increasing with new stores and markets added to the success story.At IKEA not only our furniture is down to earth, straightforward and inspiring, but so is our work ethics. Despite being the leading home furnishing retail franchisee across the world, we at IKEA still give you the room to grow! At IKEA creating a better everyday life for the many isn't only our vision, it's our way of life!In this role you will be responsible for:* Managing the In-Store Logistics operations and ensuring that all operational objectives/ metrics are delivered taking into account quality, quantity and cost through development and execution of tactical and operational initiatives * Making appropriate business recommendations based on the analysis of daily/ monthly reports and variances* Supporting the sales departments and ensuring that customers are provided with the highest possible service level combined with maximised stock turnover to achieve the pre-defined yearly sales targets* Reviewing and monitoring daily and monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and analysis reports on various measurable factors against benchmarked figures* Maintaining consistent stock balances by adhering to strict inventory control procedures* Constantly liaising with the Sales Managers to make sure that the sales space is optimised* Securing that the warehouse equipment & machinery are maintained and are safe to operate* Ensuring that equipment handlers are properly trained and licensed to prevent work related accidents and all the safety and security procedures and checklists for equipment and warehouse racking are completed on a daily basis* Making sure that all controls, processes and data are accurately maintained in the Navision system to safeguard smooth data flow and achieve detailed and precise reports* Supervising the Inventory Control, Recovery and Warehouse teams to ensure highest level of work efficiency within the budgeted productivity, motivation and control all the operational costs

Requirements


Requirements


To be successful in winning this role, you will be able to demonstrate:* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Decision making and problem solving skills* Analytical, strategic and tactical skills* Leadership qualities* Familiarity with computer use* Good presentation and excellent personal organisation* A passion for the retail industry* Ability to work in a team* Flexibility and punctuality

About the Company


About the Company


Established 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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