Logistics and Inventory Control Manager - Toys R Us

Job description / Role

Logistics and Inventory Control Manager - Toys R Us - Dubai, Regional Office

We are currently looking for Logistics & Inventory Control Manager to join Toys R Us team based in Dubai, UAE.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing logistics operation of TRU stores in UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Egypt. You will ensure that the logistics function operates as per Buying and Logistics Department’s key objectives, Open To Buy (OTB) and stock levels as well as ascertain that an effective supply chain is in place both in terms of service level and cost efficiencies in accordance with changing business opportunities.You will be required to give appropriate recommendations based on the analysis of daily/ weekly /monthly reports and variances.

You will constantly monitor Distribution Centre performances against set Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to measure service levels and ensure process improvements to enhance service & reduce costs. You will support the buying process in efficient & cost effective movement of merchandise from different locations across the world to enable efficient operations in the business

Requirements

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, it is essential that you are a Graduate, with an additional qualification in Supply Chain Management / Logistics and / or Membership of the Institute of Logistics.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain, retail experience would be an advantage as would SAP experience. You will be strong in Core management skills: Analytical, planning, organizing, negotiating and effective communication.

Being a key member of the TRU management team, you will play a key role in the strategic decision making process and thereby will provide inputs for all commercial logistics matters.

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.