Executive – Inventory Jobs in Dubai | Apparel Group | UAE Job Opening.

Job Overview

The Executive – Inventory is responsible for supporting inventory control operations across the retail business, including stock scanning, bin completion, stock verification, inventory reconciliation, and accuracy monitoring.

The role involves coordinating daily inventory activities, supervising inventory control team members, monitoring productivity, and ensuring that inventory tasks are completed accurately and within defined timelines. The position requires regular use of PDT/RF scanning devices, barcode scanners, and inventory management systems.

This role is primarily based on night shifts and requires close coordination with retail stores, stockrooms, and other operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Planning & Daily Operations

• Plan and coordinate daily inventory control activities according to the approved operational schedule.
• Allocate bins, inventory areas, and daily tasks among team members to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Monitor daily scanning and stock verification activities.
• Ensure assigned bins and inventory tasks are completed accurately within established deadlines.
• Support the smooth execution of stock counts, inventory checks, and verification activities.

Team Supervision

• Lead and supervise Inventory Control Assistants during daily inventory operations.
• Brief team members on daily targets, priorities, processes, and operational requirements.
• Monitor individual and team productivity against assigned targets.
• Provide on-the-job guidance on barcode scanning, stock counting, bin management, and inventory procedures.
• Ensure team members follow approved processes and maintain productivity and workplace discipline.
• Identify performance gaps and provide appropriate operational support.

Barcode Scanning & Bin Management

• Oversee barcode scanning of merchandise using PDT/RF scanning devices.
• Ensure assigned bins are scanned and completed systematically and accurately.
• Monitor scanning progress and identify incomplete bins, delays, or operational bottlenecks.
• Conduct random checks to verify that merchandise is correctly scanned, counted, and recorded.
• Identify and report misplaced, damaged, unidentified, or duplicate items.
• Ensure inventory information is captured accurately in the relevant system.

Inventory Accuracy & Reconciliation

• Monitor inventory accuracy during scanning, stock counting, and verification activities.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and coordinate recounts when required.
• Verify stock quantities and investigate differences between physical inventory and system records.
• Document inventory discrepancies and escalate unresolved issues to the relevant supervisor or manager.
• Support activities designed to improve stock accuracy and minimize inventory loss.

Productivity & Performance Monitoring

• Track daily performance against scanning, bin completion, accuracy, and productivity targets.
• Prepare daily inventory and productivity reports.
• Monitor team performance and identify operational issues affecting productivity.
• Take corrective action within the assigned responsibility and escalate significant issues when necessary.
• Ensure scanning targets are achieved without compromising inventory accuracy.

Retail Operations Coordination

• Coordinate with Retail Store Managers, Store In-Charges, Stockroom teams, and other relevant departments.
• Plan inventory activities to minimize disruption to retail operations.
• Communicate inventory requirements, discrepancies, and operational updates to relevant teams.
• Support smooth coordination between inventory control and retail store operations.

PDT & Inventory System Management

• Ensure team members correctly operate PDT, RF scanners, barcode scanners, and inventory management systems.
• Report device, barcode, system, or technical issues that may affect inventory operations.
• Ensure inventory data is updated accurately in the relevant systems.
• Follow established procedures for scanning, stock verification, and system updates.

Compliance, Safety & Stock Loss Prevention

• Follow company inventory procedures, SOPs, and retail operational guidelines.
• Promote safe handling of merchandise and scanning equipment.
• Maintain an organized and safe working environment.
• Handle inventory carefully to reduce product damage, stock loss, and discrepancies.
• Ensure team members follow workplace safety and operational requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Retail Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in inventory control, stock management, warehouse operations, logistics, or retail operations.
• Previous experience in retail inventory management is preferred.
• Experience in large-scale retail, fashion, lifestyle, FMCG, or multi-store operations is an advantage.
• Previous experience supervising or leading an inventory or stock control team is preferred.
• Experience with PDT/RF scanners, barcode scanning, stock counting, and inventory management systems is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and numerical skills.
• Good attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Willingness to work night shifts.

Key Skills

• Inventory Control
• Inventory Management
• Stock Management
• Retail Operations
• Warehouse Operations
• Barcode Scanning
• PDT/RF Scanning
• Stock Verification
• Inventory Reconciliation
• Bin Management
• Stock Counting
• Team Supervision
• Productivity Monitoring
• Loss Prevention
• Inventory Accuracy
• Supply Chain Operations

Job Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Work Schedule

Night Shift