Store Goods Flow Lead – Logistics & Stock Availability

AlFuttaim; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Retail is seeking an experienced Goods Flow Manager to lead IKEA store logistics in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee receiving, replenishment and order fulfillment to ensure high stock availability and a positive customer experience, while managing costs and implementing process improvements.

The role requires 5+ years in retail or logistics at tactical/operational levels, with proven leadership. On-site, full-time position based in Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in retail and/or logistics at tactical and operational levels.
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams and processes.
• Practical understanding of retail operations and goods flow activities.
• Experience developing and implementing operational action plans.
• Demonstrated ability to set objectives and monitor results.
• Experience managing budgets and achieving financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize daily goods flow activities across the IKEA store.
• Ensure efficient receiving, replenishment and order fulfillment processes.
• Maintain high product availability while controlling costs.
• Coordinate merchandise movement to support store needs and customer demand.
• Ensure goods flow activities align with Service Protocol and safety requirements.
• Oversee stock counting and accurate stock handling.
• Minimize customer waiting times at merchandise pickup.
• Identify and implement improvements to logistics processes.
• Develop and maintain capacity plans and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Retail logistics

Operational planning

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Job description

Al-Futtaim Retail is seeking an experienced Goods Flow Manager to lead IKEA store logistics in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee receiving, replenishment and order fulfillment to ensure high stock availability and a positive customer experience, while managing costs and implementing process improvements.

The role requires 5+ years in retail or logistics at tactical/operational levels, with proven leadership. On-site, full-time position based in Abu Dhabi.