Assistant Manager

Dubai, UAE

Ref: RP887-2350

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time

Job Location
Dubai, UAE

Nationality
Any Nationality

Salary
Not Specified

Gender
Not Specified

Arabic Fluency
Not Specified

Job Function
General Management

Company Industry
Retail

Objective:

This position is responsible for managing daily operations within the distribution center, with a key focus on inbound logistics, team supervision, inventory coordination, and process optimization. The role ensures timely execution of warehouse activities in line with service level agreements and supports continuous improvement across all operational areas.

Key responsibility:

Inbound operations management

Oversee the full cycle of inbound operations including scheduling, receiving, unloading, and put-away of shipments.

Ensure timely processing of inbound deliveries in line with DC SOPs, KPIs, and SLAs.

Coordinate with transport, vendors, and brand teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in receipt of goods.

Process optimization & efficiency

Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to streamline workflows.

Monitor inventory accuracy, bin management, and system updates for inbound stock.

Support automation and digitization initiatives to enhance warehouse productivity.

Team leadership & supervision

Manage and coach floor supervisors, team leaders, and associates to ensure performance and adherence to warehouse processes.

Develop daily and weekly rosters and allocate manpower based on workload and priorities.

Conduct training programs and performance evaluations to upskill the team and promote accountability.

Stakeholder coordination

Serve as a liaison between brand teams, logistics, and quality control for all inbound-related concerns.

Conduct regular review meetings to ensure alignment with business objectives and inventory availability.

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across DC operations.

Reporting & documentation

Track operational KPIs including receiving accuracy, put-away time, and space utilization.

Prepare daily and weekly reports for senior management and recommend improvements based on data insights.

Ensure documentation and audit trails are maintained as per internal policies and external audit standards.

Desired experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; a certification or diploma in supply chain management is preferred.

Minimum 4 years of experience in distribution center operations, preferably within the retail industry.

Proven experience in managing inbound processes, team supervision, and inventory coordination.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with cross-functional teams.

Ability to analyze operational data, identify gaps, and implement process improvements.

Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and compliance.

About the Company

The Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle brand conglomerate residing on the crossroads of a modern economy - Dubai, UAE. The mercurial growth in the last 17 years has been by acquiring a host of world class fashion labels from around the world - Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Aldo & Tim Hortons just to name a few.

Today the group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its over 1530 stores, 75 International brands and employing 12,000 multi cultural staff in over 4 continents. Apparel believes in turning dreams in to reality and we give everyone - our customers, our stakeholders, our employees - an equal opportunity to do so.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Poland, Singapore, Jordan, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines.

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