Inventory coordinator

Givaudan; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to support their flavour creation lab in Dubai. This exciting role involves managing inventory levels, processing purchase orders, and ensuring proper handling of raw materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in inventory management, along with expertise in SAP ERP. Join a creative team dedicated to innovation in the fragrance and flavour industry, where your contributions will help shape the future of products enjoyed by millions. If you are passionate about inventory management and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Attractive package with benefits

Opportunities for progressive learning and development

Creative team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in inventory management and coordination.
• Expert knowledge of SAP ERP for inventory management is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and manage purchase orders for lab equipment.
• Record inventory purchases and perform regular stock counts.

Skills

Inventory Management

Data Entry

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Discipline

Tools

SAP ERP

Laboratory Compounding Management System (LCMS)

Job description

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Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with passion and creativity, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with. Every day, your talent, your innovative spirit, and your determination will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Inventory Coordinator - Flavour Creation and Application Lab

An Inventory Coordinator for our flavour creation and application lab in Dubai providing essential support for both creation and application teams, supporting our customers in the Middle Eastern markets - Your future position?

Flavours are at the heart of Givaudan. We have a rich history of creating flavours that strike an emotional chord with consumers. We are inspired by our rich heritage and our contribution to defining the evolution of the trends over time.

We are now looking to recruit an 'Inventory Coordinator' to support the efficient operations of our expanding flavour creation and application lab in our Regional Creative Centre in Dubai. You will be based in our Dubai Media City office and report to the local technical manager.

Sounds interesting? This could well be your perfect opportunity if you have a real passion for the world of fragrance & flavours, always aim to exceed customer needs, and provide value.

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for -

Inventory monitoring and management:

• Proactively monitor inventory and consumption trends and maintain the inventory levels for the Dubai flavour creation and application lab.
• Process purchase orders of lab equipment and consumables through the internal SAP and Laboratory Compounding Management System (LCMS) weekly.
• Proactively monitor and keep track of expired raw materials and replace them periodically in coordination with other Lab team members.
• Receive, unpack and restock the raw materials and consumables for all workstations in the Lab.
• Ensure proper allocation, handling, and storage of raw materials.

Data entry and reporting:

• Record inventory purchases, perform a regular physical inventory count and reconcile actual stock counts to ensure database integrity and computer-generated reporting.
• Process purchase invoices for payment in SAP.
• Process and document inventory and sample returns following established procedures.
• Ensure regular reporting and flag inventory discrepancies to the Lab Team Leader for further assessment and action.
• Perform routine administration duties, including data entry and assisting stakeholders when needed.

Initiatives:

• Be an active team player for continuous improvement opportunities and initiatives.
• Have a constant endeavour to learn the usage of all internal systems.

You?

Are you someone who wants to grow and shape your own world? Then come join us – and impact your world.

Your professional profile includes -

• Currently already based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant hands-on work experience in inventory management and coordination.
• Expert working knowledge of SAP ERP for inventory management is mandatory.
• Have a good knowledge of raw material supplies, ordering, and inventory control.
• A basic understanding of the lab documentation protocol and handling of lab equipment and chemicals.
• Comfortable with routine administrative tasks and working in a laboratory environment.
• Has no known allergies to chemicals or flavour raw materials.
• A good team player and comfortable with diversity.

Our benefits -

• Attractive package with benefits.
• Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development.
• A creative team environment that will constantly inspire you.