Stock Assurance Executive

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Inventory Accuracy & Shrinkage Control

• Prepare and execute the annual stock count plan, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis for high shrinkage stores and implement corrective measures.
• Track and follow up on inventory accuracy-related issues with internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with related departments to resolve inventory discrepancies and implement necessary actions.
• Maintain accurate stock reporting by overseeing and validating Power BI dashboards.
• Ensure all stock counts are executed by schedule and aligned with operational needs.
• Implement shrinkage control action plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage damage write-offs, restoration warehouse activities, and system reconciliations.
• Ensure UID clean-up and stock adjustments post-count activities.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Compliance

• Act as the primary point of contact for inventory-related concerns between operations, finance, and business units.
• Liaise with operations teams for smooth stock count execution.
• Work closely with finance teams to process approval notes and stock count adjustments.
• Coordinate with Loss Prevention (LP) teams on investigation reports and follow-up actions.
• Create and maintain clear communication channels with stakeholders to address inventory-related concerns.
• Prepare regular reporting and share and discuss with the stakeholders for improvement needs

Special Assignments & Ad-Hoc Tasks

• Lead and execute special stock count projects as per management requirements.
• Provide periodic updates on critical locations and non-compliance issues.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance stock accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Support businesses for any merger & acquisitions, system migrations, SOP changes / implementations in terms of inventory management part.

Team Management & Leadership

• Manage and lead the inventory control team, ensuring effective workload distribution and resource allocation.
• Assign tasks according to the annual plan and team objectives to optimize performance.
• Develop a control framework to measure, analyse, and assess team efficiency and work quality.
• Define and monitor performance KPIs and measurement tools.
• Maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Take proactive actions to achieve team goals and minimize inefficiencies.
• Encourage process improvement initiatives and mentor team members on Power BI and process digitization.
• Conduct training sessions for key stakeholders on inventory accuracy related SOPs.
• Lead and guide a team of supervisors in their daily tasks and performance.
• Support a culture of ethical behaviour, integrity, and accountability within the inventory control team.