Inventory Controller

To manage material planning, procurement, pricing, and inventory control to ensure optimum stock availability, cost efficiency, and smooth coordination of spare parts logistics and systems across branches.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Supply Chain Manager (SCM) in preparing, reviewing, and finalizing orders to suppliers as per scheduled requirements.

• Support the development and execution of strategies to maintain parts availability above 96% first-pick rate.

• Review critical parts requests daily and arrange sourcing through GCC/VOR channels to minimize downtime.

• Follow up with principals on long-pending back orders (B/O), VOR requirements, and related issues.

• Conduct EPC reviews and evaluate new model and seasonal parts requirements.

• Maintain and update parts master data and monitor substitute databases.

• Ensure accurate supersession linking in the parts master database.

• Coordinate inter-branch transfers, auto transfers, and emergency supplies.

• Recall non-moving parts (over 6 months) from branches and coordinate smooth warehouse receipt.

• Support timely branch replenishment within the first week of each month.

• Manage local purchases such as tyres and batteries while adhering to stock holding policies.

• Prepare special pricing proposals for liquidation of dead and slow-moving stock.

• Develop parts packages for new and existing vehicles (service/maintenance packages).

• Analyze lost sales data and incorporate findings into ordering plans.

• Review monthly inventory performance reports and recommend optimization actions.

• Prepare international RS documentation and monitor forwarder payments.

• Negotiate with freight forwarders and suppliers to reduce landed costs.

• Support annual stock counts and maintain minimal inventory variance.

• Maintain proper documentation and filing systems.

• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned by management.