Stock Controller | Sports | UAE

Gulf Marketing Group is one of the Middle East’s leading, family-owned companies. Operating across the GCC, Gulf Marketing Group is a dynamic group boasting a diverse portfolio of retail outlets, brands, and consumer and B2B services across key sectors such as healthcare and pharmaceuticals, sports and fitness, real estate, education, and technology.

About the Role

The stock controller will be responsible for managing the purchasing and replenishment of the retail products. The role holder is also responsible for maintaining the stock levels within the budget set by the business.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensures that all inventory and stock management systems are maintained and updated accurately, and within the agreed parameters.
2. Receives delivered supplies, materials, and equipment; confirms that delivered goods match purchase order specifications of quantity, condition, model number, etc.; completes all necessary paperwork for stock items received.
3. Manages all stock movements in and out, and maintains a complete log of all stock movement to ensure stocks are tallied with the transfer documents.
4. Maintains stock levels within the agreed inventory parameters; scans stock received and delivered and highlights any discrepancy, to ensure stock movement is logged and properly controlled.
5. Maintains the storeroom and the allocation of space for stock; ensures the storeroom meets defined regulations.
6. Supervises the implementation of health and safety procedures.
7. Coordinates with Store operations staff to identify and prepare damaged stock list to ensure the said stock is scanned, packed, and sent to the warehouse after obtaining required approvals.
8. Executes weekly cycle counts of inventory materials based upon system reports; assists in conducting complete physical inventory count annually.

People Management:

1. Defines goals and key performance indicators for each member of the team and ensures effective implementation of the GMG’s performance management process.
2. Develops talent within the team by providing guidance and coaching to achieve the defined goals.