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Job description / Role
Al-Futtaim Automotive is regarded as a pioneer in the lower Gulf region's automotive industry and encompasses every aspect of the automotive business, from passenger and commercial vehicles and construction equipment, sales and service to used car sales, rental and leasing. A comprehensive network of showrooms, service and sale centers cover the UAE and Gulf region providing customers with convenience, choice and the highest standards of after-sales service.
Al-Futtaim represents some of the world's most popular and desirable automotive brands including brands including Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Hino, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Volvo Ram, Automall and Al Futtaim Auto Centre (ALAC).
We are currently building our talent pool of experienced Automotive Parts Supervisor across UAE. This vacancy is specifically looking after all the Parts Supervisor role across all automotive brands such as Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Hino, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Volvo Ram, Automall and Al Futtaim Auto Centre (ALAC). Location varies across the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, & Northern Emirates) depending on your preference and the need of the business.
The responsibilities of this role will include:
* To maximize overall Net Profit by exceeding Budget, Sales and Gross Margin in his area of responsibility.
* Take care of transport documentations and liaison with various government and non government department
* To arrange shipping details such as export licenses, customs declarations, packing, shipping and routing of product
* To expedite transport arrangements and maintains current information on tariffs, licenses and restrictions.
* To generate all required transport documentation; i.e. airway bills, bill of lading, invoices, packing lists and letters of credit when needed
* To coordinate shipments from origin until final destination
* Setting up appropriate commercial terms to major customers including discounts, payment terms etc.
Requirements
To be successfully considered for the above position, candidates must have the following attributes, skills & knowledge:
* Must have an automotive or engineering or marketing degree or similar qualification.
* Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in Parts department having exposure to Bulk sales, imports, warehouse, procurement and distribution with any authorized automotive dealer.
* Must have experienced in building and maintaining business relationships with Bulk buyers / Dealers
* Must have a minimum of 3 years experience working at a managerial level.
* Must have good knowledge of warehousing & distribution
* Must be well versed with Honda 5S & 7S technique
* Must have good knowledge of Kaizen
* Must have good computer skills coupled with knowledge of ERP package especially SAP
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.