Inventory Controller

JOB TITLE

Inventory Controller | Majid Al Futtaim LifeStyle | Finance

Role Summary
The Inventory Controller is responsible for monitoring and maintaining adequate inventory levels for Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle brands in all stores and warehouse locations. The role ensures stock inventory compliance in accordance with Company policy and supports the Planning and Merchandising function in overseeing stock movement, reporting stock loss and keeping accurate track of all inventory related data.

ROLE PROFILE

1. Responsible for tracking inventory levels and stock movement across Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle stores and warehouse.
2. Track purchases received, inter-store stock movement, return of old season stock to suppliers, removal of damaged stock from stores based on relevance.
3. Generate weekly and monthly stock movement and category-wise summary reports to all stores and ensure these are available for management review.
4. Validate and finalize the half year and end of year stock takes carried out in all store locations.
5. Ensure Inventory control procedures are in line with defined policy.
6. Research and report root causes of inventory shrinkage based on item level analysis, to relevant management and make recommendations to minimize risk of stock loss.
7. Brief and educate the store teams on the Inventory control processes and procedures.
8. Build professional relationships across stores and warehouse staff to ensure smooth and collaborative stock counts and accurate reporting.

Requirements

1. High School Certificate
2. 4-5 years’ experience in stock counts and inventory management
3. Retail store experience will be an added advantage
4. Data Management Skills