Inventory Control Executive - AF Motors - Parts Distribution Centre

Al Futtaim Group

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP698-9507

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Al-Futtaim Motors occupies the pre-eminent position of the largest distributor of automotive products in the Emirates, and leads the rapid development of automobile business in the UAE, while continuing to contribute to Toyota's worldwide growth.

Today, Al-Futtaim Motors is synonymous with Toyota and Lexus, which enjoys the undisputed leadership in the UAE in terms of the largest number of vehicles on the road. Besides Toyota and Lexus, AF Motors also holds exclusive franchises for some of the world's top  automotive brands. To support these world-class franchises, AF Motors have an established network of showrooms and service & parts centres throughout the UAE.

As a member of the Inventory Control Team of AFM-Parts, the IC Executive is the operational interface with various sources of Parts for AFM. A consistent and system driven approach to maintaining inventory, with an attitude of continuous improvement is vital, to prevent crises in the supply chain, and ensure optimal satisfaction of demand. Building and sharing product and systems knowledge with team members is expected.

Responsibilities:

* Process regular orders to TMC and/or other principals, based on system generated demand trends, and inventory classification of individual parts
* Map demand trends of individual customer segments, action specific processes to build parts availability
* Process Special / AIR / VOR customer orders and ensure completion of such orders from principals
* Monitor status of ordered inventory, take action to follow up on delays, uncertainties
* Proactively assist inbound process with all relevant information in specified timelines
* Procure adequate inventory for new models of vehicles, and ensure availability
* Search for, procure and manage inventory of accessories for fitment on new vehicles, as well as for sales in retail outlets
* Process documentation to complete financial requirements of suppliers, logistics providers
* Assist in logistics for outward consignments
* Keep abreast of technical developments in the automotive industry, and improve application knowledge base
* Evaluate portfolio of Dying parts / Dead parts, to prevent waste of working capital
* MIS and Analysis of various metrics for inventory management

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* Strong Communication skills in both English and Arabic is preferential
* College level or college graduate
* Minimum 3-5 years in a similar position

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 Groups 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 Groups 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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