Inventory Coordinator

Givaudan; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in flavor and fragrance is seeking an Inventory Coordinator for their flavor creation lab in Dubai. The role involves monitoring inventory, processing purchase orders, and ensuring data accuracy. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience, along with expertise in SAP ERP for inventory management. Attractive benefits and a creative team environment await. Join us to contribute to delightful experiences that enrich lives.

Benefits

Attractive package with benefits

Opportunities for progressive learning

Creative team environment

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant hands-on work experience in inventory management and coordination.
• Expert working knowledge of SAP ERP for inventory management is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of raw material supplies ordering and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor inventory levels and maintain them for the lab.
• Process purchase orders and track expired raw materials.
• Record inventory purchases and reconcile stock counts.

Skills

SAP ERP

Inventory Management

Communication

Data Entry

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Inventory Coordinator – Flavour Creation and Application Lab

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 16000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions. 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.

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.
• Processes 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.

Your professional profile includes

• Currently already based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• A Bachelors 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.

At Givaudan you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch peoples lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture where you can thrive collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.