Retail Inventory Controller

adidas AG; Riyadh; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sports and consumer goods is seeking a Retail Inventory Controller in Riyadh. The position focuses on monitoring inventory levels, enhancing reporting structures, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in retail inventory management and analytical skills, with an emphasis on innovation and team play within a winning culture.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusivity initiatives

Equal Opportunity Employment

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of retail inventory control experience.
• Industry experience in Sports/Consumer goods.
• RFID experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring inventory levels across systems, stores, and warehouse.
• Running inventory reports and performing analysis.
• Training and developing store teams on RFID tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

University degree in Business or similar

Tools

RFID

SAP

Job description

# Retail Inventory Controller

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organisation:

Monitoring and maintaining levels of inventory between systems, stores and warehouse. Ensuring correct Retail controls and procedures are implemented at store level and accurate STOH information delivered to Snr Manager Retail Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Run a series of inventory reports on daily, weekly, or monthly basis and perform detailed analysis of item performance. + Develop accurate, consistent, and enhancements to the inventory reporting structure.
+ Identify “heavy” and “low” turn inventory items and maintain communication reports for the respective teams.
+ Control inventory adjustments (quantity and price variance analysis)
+ Diligent investigations required to solve problems in the systems.
+ Maintenance and accountability of high levels of customer service (internal and external).
+ Minimize inaccuracy of store stock data.
+ Driving the stock audit process from planning to execution.
+ Stock items and stock revenue to be accurately managed in aLS and SAP for 100% alignment
+ Work proactively to propose process changes which will prevent irregularities
+ Store receiving and shipping of inventory into and out of the company’s warehouse including EOS transfers and inter branch transfers
+ Results of investigations and enormities about possible loss prevention issues to reported directly
to Snr Manager Retail Operations.
+ Ability to train and develop store teams on RFID tool + Collaborate with country ops team to ensure inventory levels are managed.
+ Clear all open transfer STS and DC-Store.

Key Performance Indicators:

Shrinkage target defined each year (administration) To ensure all uniforms & Damages adjusted monthly PRP Internal controls Audit Results (relevant sections) Investigations closed within 48 hours System alignment -monthly results between 980% Share best practices across EMC on RFID process and inventory management Share frequent inventory reports with the business and ensure results are analyzed.

Key Relationships:

Local: Retail back-office team Operations team IT team Finance team SCM team Merchandising team Internal and External audit
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Advanced user of MS Office suite of products Fluent in English Analytical skills

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

University degree in Business or similar. 3-4 years of retail inventory control experience with focus on business. Industry experience in Sports/Consumer goods. RFID experience is preferred.
AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.
COURAGE:Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. OWNERSHIP:Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.
adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
# Job Title: Retail Inventory Controller
Location:
Riyadh