Associate Manager Distributor Inventory Management

About the Role

Talent Diamond is seeking an Associate Manager, Distributor Inventory Management for a leading FMCG company in Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is based in Jeddah, Makkah, and requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. The role involves managing the end-to-end replenishment process for VMI/CMI customers within the Supply Chain team.

Role Purpose and Context

The Associate Manager will serve as the primary contact for VMI/CMI customers, focusing on inventory accuracy, service fulfillment, and customer satisfaction. This involves optimizing inventory levels at customer distribution centers through effective planning, forecasting, and replenishment techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer replenishment activities using VMI/CMI systems and established inventory management processes.
• Analyze customer behavior, sales trends, inventory levels, and potential out-of-stock risks.
• Utilize planning, forecasting, and replenishment techniques to optimize inventory at customer distribution centers.
• Generate replenishment orders while balancing customer service targets and inventory levels.
• Maintain and update inventory management system inputs, including lead times, network changes, delivery expectations, and new product introductions.
• Coordinate with Demand & Supply Planning, Sales, Logistics, Transportation, and Supply Chain Analytics teams.
• Support the optimization of distribution and transportation costs.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers regarding stock replenishment issues and inventory-related concerns.
• Ensure customers receive accurate and timely information for managing stock activities.
• Support stock allocation and customer prioritization based on operational demand and supply reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and supply chain optimization initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent university qualification.
• 2–4 years of relevant operational experience, preferably in order fulfillment, replenishment, inventory management, or a similar supply chain environment.
• Experience working with customers in a collaborative setting.
• Good understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain and Customer Service processes.
• Knowledge of VMI/CMI, replenishment, demand planning, and inventory management principles.
• Understanding of logistics processes, including materials handling, picking, delivery, transportation optimization, and route planning.
• Experience in Physical Logistics, Sales Support, or related Supply Chain functions is an advantage.
• Exposure to business improvement or process optimization projects is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in English.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with experience in FMCG, retail distribution, food and beverage, consumer goods, or high-volume supply chain environments will be highly considered for this role.