Inventory Controller - Logistics

About Us

At Al Tayer Insignia, we are a leading luxury retail company in the Middle East, representing some of the world’s most prestigious brands across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and hospitality. Our portfolio includes names such as Bloomingdale’s, Harvey Nichols, Armani, Coach, and more.
We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence through innovation, collaboration, and a passion for quality.

Job Purpose

To manage and monitor inventory and stock holdings, ensuring system stock accuracy, minimizing discrepancies, and maintaining optimal stock levels. The role also oversees the control and movement of goods, returns to suppliers, and ensures compliance with inventory control procedures to support overall business efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

• Serve as the custodian of business inventory and oversee all inventory management operations.

• Optimize warehouse storage space through ABC and heat map analysis.

• Develop and implement action plans to minimize stock loss in collaboration with the Loss Prevention team.

• Analyze warehouse damages and implement preventive measures with inbound and outbound teams.

• Lead shrinkage analysis and develop strategies for reduction.

• Ensure timeliness and integrity of all inventory-related transactions.

Operational Responsibilities

• Investigate inventory discrepancies during cycle counts and picking processes, ensuring timely resolution.

• Oversee stock transfers across warehouses and stores, ensuring all movements are accurately recorded.

• Provide regular updates on pending transfers, cycle counts, and trouble-coded inventory.

• Coordinate directly with suppliers and buying teams for stock returns.

• Track warehouse logs, credit notes, RTV adjustments, and ensure accurate reporting to finance.

• Process credit notes, RTVs, write-offs, and adjustments in the system with proper documentation.

• Monitor daily transactions, investigate discrepancies, and ensure resolution via OnBase logs.

• Manage perpetual stock-take calendars and ensure compliance across sites.

• Collaborate with business inventory managers to compile and report monthly shrinkage data.

• Identify and manage expiry and obsolete products, coordinating with stakeholders for disposal or RTV.

• Oversee physical stock counts, validate results, and prepare reports with recommendations for management.

People & Process Management

• Coach and motivate team members to achieve performance standards and continuous improvement.

• Review operations from a risk management perspective and escalate potential risks to HSE committees.

• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with company HSE practices.

• Communicate operational performance updates and align team goals with business objectives.

• Foster a positive work culture, focusing on engagement, retention, and efficiency.