Inventory Controller - Dubai

Role Overview

Inventory Controller position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates with Al Tayer Group. This role coordinates parts procurement activities from planning through receipt and facilitates smooth movement of parts from port to point of sale.

Role Purpose

Coordinate parts procurement activities across the supply chain, from initial planning through receipt of parts, and facilitate efficient movement of inventory from port to point of sale.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Ordering

• Thoroughly understand Principal's manuals and processes for ordering, follow-up, escalation, and claims.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure Initial Stock Orders (ISO) are placed for new models in advance.
• Review Initial Stock Orders until normal ordering cycle is reached.
• Release orders according to dealer day and dealer time requirements.
• Review system-suggested order quantities across all movement categories for stock order preparation.

Inventory Management and Analysis

• Review seasonal demand parts, slow-moving parts, Phase IN and Phase OUT parts.
• Review the percentage mix of Stock orders, VOR orders, and AIR orders on a weekly basis by both value and line count.
• Maintain all records for easy retrieval.

Order Tracking and Escalation

• Follow up on all order types and escalate immediately if any issues arise in the supply chain.
• Continue escalation contact until the order is received at the warehouse.
• Review order acceptance reports and take proactive actions as needed.

Internal and External Communication

• Provide rolling forecasts to local dealers (applicable for Inventory Controllers who manage tires and consumables).
• Keep internal customers informed about order status by providing accurate ETAs.
• Prioritize shipments based on need and inform the warehouse team well in advance to plan inbound logistics.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate, preferably in Commerce.
• 5 years of experience in planning and inventory control (purchasing and tracking) in a computerized environment.
• 2–3 years of experience in the automotive industry is a definite advantage.