Inventory, Procurement & Pricing Manager

Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment. United Diesel is specialized in commercial vehicles and is the authorized distributor of Renault Trucks, Tata Motor, Buses and Trucks. It offers complete after Sales Services and provides innovative transport solutions. Job Purpose To manage inventory levels, parts procurement, and supplier coordination to ensure optimal stock availability, cost efficiency, and smooth operations across all outlets. The role is responsible for aligning procurement and inventory with sales forecasts, market demand, and operational needs. Job Responsibilities • Monitor and control parts inventory across all warehouses and branches. • Maintain optimal stock levels to avoid overstocking or shortages. • Analyze fast-moving and slow-moving parts to improve turnover and reduce holding costs. • Coordinate inter-branch transfers based on demand and stock status. • Conduct periodic and annual stock counts with accuracy and compliance • Plan and execute procurement of parts based on sales forecasts, OEM targets, and customer demand. Issue purchase orders to suppliers (local & international), ensuring on-time delivery. • Evaluate and negotiate with vendors for best pricing, delivery terms, and payment conditions. • Track shipment schedules, customs clearance (if applicable), and logistics coordination. • Maintain strong relationships with OEMs and local vendors. • Evaluate vendor performance based on delivery, quality, cost, and service. • Ensure adherence to procurement contracts and resolve supplier issues promptly • Coordinate with the pricing team to maintain competitive and profitable part prices. • Support cost-reduction initiatives through alternative sourcing, supplier consolidation, or volume discounts. • Monitor procurement spending and align with budget constraints. • Ensure proper use of inventory and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dealer Management System). • Maintain data accuracy related to stock levels, order status, and lead times. • Prepare reports on inventory health, procurement KPIs, supplier performance, and financial exposure. • Drive continuous process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and procurement efficiency. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and company procurement policies. • Minimize risks related to excess inventory, obsolete stock, and supplier dependency. Job Requirements Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. Experience • 8–12 years of experience in inventory control and procurement, preferably in the automotive or spare parts industry. • Experience with ERP systems and warehouse management tools. Knowledge And Skills • Knowledge of international sourcing, import regulations, and vendor management. At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply. Show more Show less

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. Experience: 8–12 years of experience in inventory control and procurement, preferably in the automotive or spare parts industry. Knowledge: Knowledge of international sourcing, import regulations, and vendor management. Experience with ERP systems and warehouse management tools.

Monitor and control parts inventory across all warehouses and branches. Maintain optimal stock levels to avoid overstocking or shortages. Analyze fast-moving and slow-moving parts to improve turnover and reduce holding costs. Coordinate inter-branch transfers based on demand and stock status. Conduct periodic and annual stock counts with accuracy and compliance. Plan and execute procurement of parts based on sales forecasts, OEM targets, and customer demand. Issue purchase orders to suppliers (local & international), ensuring on-time delivery. Evaluate and negotiate with vendors for best pricing, delivery terms, and payment conditions. Track shipment schedules, customs clearance (if applicable), and logistics coordination. Maintain strong relationships with OEMs and local vendors. Evaluate vendor performance based on delivery, quality, cost, and service. Ensure adherence to procurement contracts and resolve supplier issues promptly. Coordinate with the pricing team to maintain competitive and profitable part prices. Support cost-reduction initiatives through alternative sourcing, supplier consolidation, or volume discounts. Monitor procurement spending and align with budget constraints. Ensure proper use of inventory and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dealer Management System). Maintain data accuracy related to stock levels, order status, and lead times. Prepare reports on inventory health, procurement KPIs, supplier performance, and financial exposure. Drive continuous process improvements to enhance inventory accuracy and procurement efficiency. Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and company procurement policies. Minimize risks related to excess inventory, obsolete stock, and supplier dependency.