UAE National | Operations Manager | Al-Futtaim Automotive |

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Dubai; In loco; AED 400.000 - 600.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) is seeking an experienced Materials Management Operations Manager to lead strategic inventory planning and execution across the Automotive Division. You will drive stock health, optimize working capital, and coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure high service levels.

The role leads a team of planners, fosters continuous improvement, and aligns stock with business objectives.

Competenze

• Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• Approximately 5 years of experience in Supply Chain or Inventory operations.
• Experience managing a team for 1-2 years, with a preference for automotive parts knowledge.
• Proficiency in inventory management processes and KPIs.

Mansioni

• OEM Vendor Management: Coordinate OEM programs, reduce gaps, monitor supplier performance, and ensure high fill rates.
• Order Planning Replenishment Governance: Approve proposals to meet service targets and align with policies.
• Inventory Management: Balance stock levels, reduce excess, and support revenue and working capital goals.
• Network Stock Management: Manage replenishments and stock health at branch level to minimize downtime.
• Proactive Inventory Monitoring Optimization: Monitor performance and implement corrective actions using trends.
• Operational Excellence and Team Leadership: Ensure accurate processing, coach planners, and drive SOP compliance.

Conoscenze

ERP SAP

BI Tools

Syncron

Forecasting

Planning

Analysis

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Customer-focused

Formazione

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent

Strumenti

Alteryx

Power BI

Tableau

Syncron

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview Of The Role

The Material Management Operations Manager leads the strategic planning and operational execution of inventory across the Automotive Division ensuring optimal stock levels and improved availability while optimizing working capital This role is central to synchronizing inventory with business objectives overseeing governance and enhancing system capabilities to support high service level performance Leading a team of planners the manager drives development within the supply chain implements continuous improvement initiatives and ensures customer satisfaction The position demands collaboration with multiple cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective inventory operations across all sales channels

What You Will Do

OEM Vendor Management

Ensure effective coordination and execution of OEM programs and guidelines Reduce demand-supply gaps and monitor vendor performance in collaboration and alignment with Brand Business Units Ensure high supplier fill rates and reduced lead times Monitor and report back-orders

Order Planning Replenishment Governance

Validate and approve order proposals ensuring optimal planning and placement Improve fill rates reduce back orders and recover lost sales to meet service-level targets across all channels Ensure stock availability is timely and aligned with policies

Inventory Management

Achieve balanced inventory levels through improved stock mix and reduced excess and obsolete inventory Collaborate with internal stakeholders on preventive measures to reduce ageing stock Support revenue and working capital objectives focusing on stock health

Network Stock Management

Optimize network stock managing replenishments returns and stock health at branch level Oversee and manage VOR Vehicle Off Road order handling and minimize customer downtime Ensure fill rates and service levels at branch level are optimal

Proactive Inventory Monitoring Optimization

Continuously monitor inventory performance demand fluctuations and sales trends for improvements Lead Syncron parameter monitoring and refinement resolving system exceptions Implement corrective actions based on identified improvement opportunities

Operational Excellence and Team Leadership

Ensure accurate and timely operational processing including ASN logistics coordination and master data management Resolve operational issues while managing internal and external stakeholders Coach and guide material planners ensuring full compliance with policies SOPs and regulations Drive team towards operational excellence through continuous development and oversight

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP, and experience with BI tools and Syncron.
• Strong skills in inventory forecasting, planning, and analysis.
• Competence in using analytical tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills, with a customer-oriented and analytical mindset.

What Qualifies You For The Role

• Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• Approximately 5 years of experience in Supply Chain or Inventory operations.
• Experience managing a team for 1-2 years, with a preference for automotive parts knowledge.
• Proficiency in inventory management processes and KPIs.