Parts Picker - Automotive Parts and Inventory Job Snapshot – Role: Parts Picker – Automotive Parts and Inventory – Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Industry: Automotive – Function: Inventory Management – Experience: 3 years in automotive parts picking, receiving, binning, and issuing – Job Type: Full Time – Work Arrangement: On-site
Al-Futtaim Automotive is seeking a Parts Picker to support automotive parts operations within its Aftersales team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role involves accurately identifying, receiving, picking, storing, and issuing automotive parts to support vehicle servicing, repairs, and refurbishment. The Parts Picker will help maintain inventory accuracy, ensure timely parts availability, and coordinate with Sales, Service, and internal parts teams. The successful candidate will also assist with purchasing activities, stock counts, goods receipt, invoice verification, and forward inventory planning. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of automotive parts, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy parts environment are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Automotive Parts Picking and Handling
- Identify and pick automotive parts accurately according to part numbers and operational requirements.
- Receive, inspect, bin, store, and issue parts for vehicle servicing, repairs, and refurbishment.
- Verify part numbers, quantities, and supporting documentation before processing parts transactions.
- Maintain organised physical parts storage at the service location.
- Ensure requested parts are available to support Sales and Service operations.
- Prioritise urgent parts requests while maintaining accuracy and established quality standards.
- Inventory Management and Stock Control
- Conduct perpetual and annual inventory counts to maintain accurate stock records.
- Monitor parts availability to meet operational and market requirements.
- Identify stock discrepancies and support inventory reconciliation activities.
- Help maintain sufficient inventory while avoiding unnecessary overstocking.
- Monitor stock levels for accessories and service-related items across vehicle brands.
- Support accurate recording of stock receipts, issues, and inventory adjustments.
- Assist with inventory reporting and forward stock planning.
- Parts Procurement and Purchasing Support
- Source cost-effective automotive parts for daily vehicle servicing, repairs, and refurbishment requirements.
- Support procurement activities for used vehicle refurbishment in accordance with Franchise Purchase Centre standards.
- Assist with purchase order processing and ensure purchasing documentation is completed accurately.
- Process or support goods receipt and invoice verification activities according to company procedures.
- Coordinate with suppliers and relevant internal teams regarding parts requirements.
- Follow up on purchasing activities to support timely parts availability.
- Review part numbers, quantities, and purchasing information to minimise errors.
- Sales and Service Coordination
- Work closely with Sales and Service departments to support parts and accessories availability.
- Coordinate with internal parts stakeholders and brand representatives regarding operational requirements.
- Communicate parts availability, stock concerns, and outstanding requests to relevant teams.
- Support the Aftersales team in meeting customer service expectations.
- Help minimise delays in vehicle servicing and refurbishment caused by parts availability.
- Maintain effective communication and teamwork across parts and service operations.
- Stock Reporting and Forward Planning
- Prepare accurate and up-to-date inventory and stock reports.
- Monitor inventory movements and identify opportunities to improve stock availability.
- Support forward stock planning based on service and operational requirements.
- Review inventory information to help prevent stock shortages and excessive stock levels.
- Maintain accurate records using inventory management or dealer management systems.
- Provide relevant stock information to support operational planning and purchasing decisions.
- Parts Storage and Workplace Safety
- Maintain clean, organised, and accessible parts storage areas.
- Follow established material handling and storage procedures.
- Ensure automotive parts and accessories are stored appropriately.
- Apply safe working practices when receiving, moving, and issuing parts.
- Maintain good housekeeping standards within the parts warehouse or service location.
- Support consistent quality and accuracy throughout parts handling activities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Automotive Parts Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Three years of experience in automotive parts picking, receiving, binning, and issuing.
- Familiarity with automotive parts identification, part numbers, and electronic parts catalogues.
- Experience conducting inventory counts and investigating stock discrepancies.
- Practical knowledge of automotive parts storage and inventory control.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience using inventory management systems or dealer management systems.
- Understanding of purchase orders, goods receipt, and invoice verification procedures.
- Knowledge of safe material handling, storage practices, and warehouse housekeeping.
- Ability to coordinate with Sales and Service teams and manage competing parts requests.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Accurate automotive parts identification, picking, receiving, binning, and issuing.
- Strong inventory control and stock reconciliation skills.
- Ability to use electronic parts catalogues and inventory systems.
- Attention to detail when checking part numbers, quantities, and documentation.
- Knowledge of automotive parts purchasing and procurement procedures.
- Ability to source cost-effective parts for service, repair, and refurbishment activities.
- Good understanding of stock reporting and forward inventory planning.
- Strong organisational and time-management capabilities.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to prioritise urgent operational requirements.
- Good computer literacy and Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Understanding of safe material handling and parts storage practices.
- Customer-focused approach with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and timely service.
About the Aftersales Team
The Parts Picker will work within Al-Futtaim Automotive's Aftersales team, supporting parts availability for vehicle maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment. The role involves regular coordination with Sales and Service departments, internal parts stakeholders, and brand representatives. The team focuses on efficient parts operations, accurate stock management, timely fulfilment of parts requirements, and reliable support for customer service activities.
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
Al-Futtaim Automotive operates across eight countries in the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa, representing a portfolio of more than 25 international brands. Its business activities cover passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and industrial equipment, supported by logistics, leasing, aftersales, and financial services. The organisation focuses on mobility innovation, digital transformation, and customer experience. More than 9,000 employees contribute to its automotive and mobility operations.
About Al-Futtaim Group
Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is a privately held regional business headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Group operates across more than 20 countries through its automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare businesses. It employs more than 40,000 people and represents over 200 international brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE, and Marks & Spencer. Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, artificial intelligence, sustainable growth, and strategic partnerships while pursuing its purpose of enriching lives and elevating communities.