UAE National | Operations Manager | Al-Futtaim Automotive |

OEM/Vendor Management

• Ensure effective coordination and execution of OEM programs and guidelines.

• Reduce demand-supply gaps and monitor vendor performance in collaboration and alignment with Brand Business Units.

• Ensure high supplier fill rates and reduced lead times.

• Monitor and report back-orders.

Order Planning & Replenishment Governance

• Validate and approve order proposals ensuring optimal planning and placement.

• Improve fill rates, reduce back orders, and recover lost sales to meet service-level targets across all channels.

• Ensure stock availability is timely and aligned with policies.

Inventory Management

• Achieve balanced inventory levels through improved stock mix and reduced excess and obsolete inventory.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on preventive measures to reduce ageing stock.

• Support revenue and working capital objectives, focusing on stock health.

Network Stock Management

• Optimize network stock, managing replenishments, returns, and stock health at branch level.

• Oversee and manage VOR (Vehicle Off Road) order handling and minimize customer downtime.

• Ensure fill rates and service levels at branch level are optimal.

Proactive Inventory Monitoring & Optimization

• Continuously monitor inventory performance, demand fluctuations, and sales trends for improvements.

• Lead Syncron parameter monitoring and refinement, resolving system exceptions.

• Implement corrective actions based on identified improvement opportunities.

Operational Excellence and Team Leadership

• Ensure accurate and timely operational processing including ASN, logistics coordination, and master data management.

• Resolve operational issues while managing internal and external stakeholders.

• Coach and guide material planners, ensuring full compliance with policies, SOPs, and regulations.

• Drive team towards operational excellence through continuous development and oversight.