Assistant Manager, Instock

Job title: Assistant Manager, Instock

Location: Head Office, Arkan ElSheikh Zayed, Egypt

Reporting to: Instock Manager

About noon

noon, the region's leading consumer commerce platform. On December 12th, 2017, noon launched its consumer platform in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, expanding to Egypt in February 2019. The noon ecosystem of services now includes marketplaces for food delivery, quick-commerce, fintech, and fashion. noon is a work in progress; we’re six years in, but only 5% done.

noon’s mission: Every door, everyday.

What you'll do

We at noon are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Assistant Instock Manager to join our dynamic team. Monitor stock levels, track product movement, and ensure timely replenishment to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize demand forecasts and inventory holding, particularly during high-demand and campaign periods.
• Continuously monitor inventory positions to ensure optimal days of cover, reduce excess stock, and develop exit and turnover strategies that minimize holding costs.
• Maintain high in-stock rates across assigned categories through proactive planning and issue resolution.
• Manage and resolve inbound shipment issues, including fill rate, ASN discrepancies, and operational bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with operations, retail, and supply planning teams to drive efficiencies and streamline processes.
• Guide and support instock associates in their day-to-day operational activities, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Review and optimize purchase orders in alignment with the company’s buying strategy and sales objectives.
• Work closely with the tech team on instock-related system enhancements, contributing to project execution and implementation.
• Monitor inbound warehouse utilization to maximize efficiency and ensure smooth flow of goods.
• Prepare and present monthly instock performance reports, highlighting key metrics, insights, and improvement areas.

What you’ll need

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SQL for data analysis and decision-making.
• Experience managing large and complex datasets to generate actionable business insights.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, both internal and external.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to integrate statistical forecasting and commercial insights (sales trends, marketing activities, promotions, and liquidation plans).
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop instock associates.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and results-focused, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering , Economics , or a related analytical discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, or inventory management, preferably in an ecommerce or retail environment .
• Proven track record of cross-functional communication and collaboration with operations, business, and tech teams.
• Strong project management abilities, with the capability to analyze issues, propose solutions, and execute efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to present complex technical and analytical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

Who will excel?

We’re looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment. We’re searching for problem solvers, people who operate with a bias for action and have a deep understanding of the importance of resourcefulness over reliance.

Candor is our only default. Demanding unequivocal high standards should be non-negotiable because quality matters. We want people who are radically candid, cohorts who commit to settling for nothing but the best - in hiring, in accepting work from colleagues, and in your own work.

Ours is not an easy mission, but it is a meaningful one. Every hire must actively raise the bar of talent in the company to help us reach our vision.

Is this you?