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Inventory Control Manager
(Own company)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Manager
Remote
4 days ago
Inventory ManagementSupply Chain ManagementERP SystemsWarehouse Management Systems (WMS)Microsoft Office SuitePower BI
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About the Role
An operations-focused organization is hiring an Inventory Control Manager to lead inventory management strategies and stock accuracy initiatives. The role involves overseeing inventory processes, managing teams, and collaborating across supply chain functions.
Key Skills for This Role
Inventory ManagementSupply Chain ManagementERP SystemsWarehouse Management Systems (WMS)Microsoft Office SuitePower BI
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement inventory control strategies, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks aligned with organizational objectives
- Manage end to end inventory control operations including stock monitoring, inventory accuracy, cycle counting, reconciliation, replenishment planning, warehouse coordination, and inventory reporting
- Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, manufacturing, sales, finance, technology, and executive leadership to optimize inventory performance
- Lead inventory planning activities including demand analysis, safety stock management, inventory forecasting, stock allocation, slow moving inventory reviews, and excess inventory reduction initiatives
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including inventory accuracy, stock availability, inventory turnover, carrying costs, order fulfillment rates, shrinkage, cycle count performance, and warehouse productivity
- Establish and maintain inventory control procedures including stock movement controls, receiving processes, inventory classification, reconciliation processes, and inventory audit standards
- Conduct inventory audits, physical stock counts, variance analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action plans to improve inventory accuracy
- Analyze inventory data, demand trends, supplier performance, sales forecasts, and operational requirements to identify optimization opportunities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean inventory practices, process automation, warehouse optimization, barcode and RFID technologies, AI powered inventory analytics, and digital supply chain solutions
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, financial controls, warehouse standards, safety requirements, and inventory management best practices
- Utilize ERP systems, WMS, inventory management platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, demand planning tools, and analytics solutions to monitor inventory performance
- Prepare inventory reports, stock analysis, executive dashboards, inventory forecasts, audit summaries, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, CPSM, or equivalent are advantageous
- 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain management, logistics, materials management, or related roles
- 2+ years of experience managing inventory teams, warehouse operations, inventory optimization programs, or supply chain improvement initiatives preferred
- Strong understanding of inventory management principles, demand planning, stock optimization, warehouse operations, supply chain processes, inventory accounting, and operational controls
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, WMS, inventory tracking platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and analytics tools
- Familiarity with barcode/RFID technologies, automated storage systems, Industry 4.0 solutions, AI powered forecasting, digital supply chain transformation, and inventory analytics is advantageous
- Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, operational, project management, and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, team leadership, reporting, and cross functional collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage inventory operations while balancing stock availability, cost optimization, accuracy, customer requirements, and business objectives
- Ability to work independently in on site and hybrid environments with flexibility to support warehouse operations, inventory audits, and operational requirements
Full Job Posting
About Us
- We are an operations focused organization committed to achieving supply chain excellence through accurate inventory management, operational efficiency, and data driven decision making.
The Role
- We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Manager to lead inventory management strategies, stock accuracy initiatives, and inventory optimization programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement inventory control strategies, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks aligned with organizational objectives, supply chain requirements, and operational goals
- Manage end to end inventory control operations including stock monitoring, inventory accuracy, cycle counting, reconciliation, replenishment planning, warehouse coordination, and inventory reporting
- Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, manufacturing, sales, finance, technology, and executive leadership to optimize inventory performance and business continuity
- Lead inventory planning activities including demand analysis, safety stock management, inventory forecasting, stock allocation, slow moving inventory reviews, and excess inventory reduction initiatives
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including inventory accuracy, stock availability, inventory turnover, carrying costs, order fulfillment rates, shrinkage, cycle count performance, and warehouse productivity
- Establish and maintain inventory control procedures including stock movement controls, receiving processes, inventory classification, reconciliation processes, and inventory audit standards
- Conduct inventory audits, physical stock counts, variance analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action plans to improve inventory accuracy and operational reliability
- Analyze inventory data, demand trends, supplier performance, sales forecasts, and operational requirements to identify optimization opportunities and improve inventory efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean inventory practices, process automation, warehouse optimization, barcode and RFID technologies, AI powered inventory analytics, and digital supply chain solutions
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, financial controls, warehouse standards, safety requirements, and inventory management best practices
- Utilize ERP systems, WMS, inventory management platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, demand planning tools, and analytics solutions to monitor inventory performance and generate actionable insights
- Prepare inventory reports, stock analysis, executive dashboards, inventory forecasts, audit summaries, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, CPSM, or equivalent are advantageous
- 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain management, logistics, materials management, or related roles
- 2+ years of experience managing inventory teams, warehouse operations, inventory optimization programs, or supply chain improvement initiatives preferred
- Strong understanding of inventory management principles, demand planning, stock optimization, warehouse operations, supply chain processes, inventory accounting, and operational controls
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, WMS, inventory tracking platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and analytics tools
- Familiarity with barcode/RFID technologies, automated storage systems, Industry 4.0 solutions, AI powered forecasting, digital supply chain transformation, and inventory analytics is advantageous
- Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, operational, project management, and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, team leadership, reporting, and cross functional collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage inventory operations while balancing stock availability, cost optimization, accuracy, customer requirements, and business objectives
- Ability to work independently in on site and hybrid environments with flexibility to support warehouse operations, inventory audits, and operational requirements
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development and supply chain leadership growth opportunities
- Exposure to digital supply chain transformation, inventory optimization, automation, and operational excellence initiatives
- Collaborative and operations focused work environment
- Supportive culture focused on accuracy, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to improve inventory performance, strengthen supply chain reliability, and support business growth through effective inventory strategies
- Clear career progression within inventory management, supply chain leadership, logistics operations, warehouse management, and executive operations functions
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