Inventory Controller

Own end-to-end inventory control across multi-store operations. Ensure accurate stock, timely postings, and clean reconciliations from GRN to closing stock.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-chain inventory control for multiple branches and the DC.
• Plan and execute periodic and surprise stock counts; coordinate annual stock-take.
• Monitor stock movement in real time: GRN, transfers, write-offs, RTV, adjustments, shrinkage.
• Post entries in ERP and reconcile purchases, sales, transfers, wastage, and closing stock.
• Investigate variances by SKU/store; issue root-cause reports and corrective actions.
• Maintain item masters, UoM, barcodes, shelf-life, and reorder data.
• Enforce SOPs for receiving, put-away, picking, and returns; ensure audit readiness.
• Track expiries, near-expiry, slow/dead stock; drive liquidation plans.
• Support demand planning: safety stock, reorder levels, min/max, lead time updates.
• Produce daily/weekly KPIs and dashboards for finance and operations.
• Liaise with Procurement, Store Managers, and Finance to close monthly books on time.

KPIs

• Stock accuracy % (book vs physical)
• Shrinkage % and value
• Stock count completion and variance closure time
• Aged/expired stock value and days on hand
• Posting timeliness (T+1) and month-end close on schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance/Supply Chain.
• 3–5+ years inventory control in retail (supermarket/FMCG required).
• ERP experience; Microsoft Business Central preferred.
• Strong Excel; Power BI a plus.

Skills

• Multi-store coordination, attention to detail, data reconciliation.
• Root-cause analysis, SOP discipline, clear reporting.
• English required; Arabic an advantage.

Tools

• Microsoft Business Central, Excel, Power BI, handheld scanners.

Working Conditions

• On-site across branches and DC. Early/late counts as needed.
• Occasional weekend/eom support.

Compliance

• Adhere to UAE VAT and internal audit controls for inventory movements.

Notes for Posting

• Candidates without retail supermarket experience will not be considered.
• Specify notice period and expected salary in application.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Specify the notice period required
• How much is your expected salary?

Experience:

• retail: 3 years (Required)