Ensure parts orders are reviewed and placed timely in line with calendar schedules & Order value forecast to achieve Principal Purchase Targets
Monitor incoming shipments & coordinate with Freight forwarder, AAC custom clearance, Finance & Warehouse teams for receipting shipments & maintain optimum inventory level in line with planned Months of Stock / Stock Turn
Strategic Sourcing to ensure parts competitiveness
Projects & Strategic Implementation:
Continue digital transformation drive in Parts Planning & procurement and regularly review Syncron parameters and forecasting to maximize the utilization Syncron inventory optimization software
Data Analysis and review of Syncron alerts - Risk of run out, Outliers, fill order bookings, Lead times, Parts demand exceed the forecast, Critical stock list, Power BI dashboards etc
Identify areas for lead time and freight rates reduction with principal, logistic team
Detailed Inventory analyses & promotions - Excess stock / Slow moving stocks / Aged stocks and pre-empt stocks from moving to Provision Recall of provision parts / Excess stocks from branches Liquidation of non-moving parts through Online auctions / Surplus stock sellers
Coordinate with ERP/GIT to design and implement planned process automations and improve the parts procurement processes
Maintenance of System Parts master in line with internal SOPs
Coordinate with Pricing team to analyze Principal Price impact and propose order planning strategies
Identification of Parts under ECAS and coordination with Principals & MOIAT appointed agency for documentation and annual Certificates of Conformity
Business Development:
Collaborate with Sales team to understanding market demands and plan inventory for specific markets and models at a part level
Study VOR data for stock planning and supporting workshop
Planning of new model parts inventory in line with Vehicle launch schedules and ensure Parts availability
Coordinating with vehicle sales team for outside local accessory fitments & closure of SOAs
Customer Journey:
Monitor and maximize Parts fulfilment across all channels
Achieve high level of Customer Satisfaction for both internal & external customers through improved parts availability
Coordinate with Principals on operational issues of Parts supplies, backorders, countermeasures parts, technical support, container co-ordination, principal follow-up for warehouse Parts claims settlement delays etc
New spare parts trading Supplier registration through e-procurement portal
Reconciliation of old pending orders with principals for closure in system
Stakeholder Management:
Close collaboration with Sales & Service to enhance business
Support Parts Sales & Service to achieve overall business objectives
Support Principal business planning with data analysis of performance and potential
Coordinate with Finance and ensure timely payments to suppliers
Coordination with Service to review and prioritize pending parts supplies
Planning of campaign parts with Service
Coordinate with Warehouse and Principals on claims
Analyse Loss of sale reports though power BI
Data analyze with summary insights to track and improve KPIs, Processes and back up data for escalations and system enhancements
Learning & Growth:
Identify skill gaps and recommend trainings to bridge the gaps
Policies, Procedures and Corporate Governance:
Compliance in line with SOP
Compliance in line with the Companies Group Policies and Procedures
Maintain standards as per Group Internal Audit Directional process requirements
Qualifications / Experience / Competencies:
Qualifications:
Graduate / Diploma in Automobile / Mechanical Engineering
Proven experience in parts planning, inventory management and highly skilled in data analytics and digital transformation
Special requirements:
A minimum of 8-10 years' experience in automobile parts planning, ordering and inventory management
Competencies:
In-depth knowledge of both internal combustion engines (ICE) and electrical vehicle components and systems, including EV batteries, motors, power electronics etc
Ability to work independently and collaborate closely with the team and other functions
Logical and analytical approach to parts planning and ordering
Data driven decision making and proactive approach
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and Strategic Thinking skills
Drive to develop skills to enhance performance on an ongoing basis
Hands on product knowledge of spare parts and EPC and Principal DMS
MIS reporting skills
Proficiency in data analytics tools (eg, ERP & MS Office especially power point, advanced Excel working, Power BI, MS Access)
Experience with service workshops and Spare Parts will support performance
Project management skills
Understanding complexities of spare parts operations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Should possess good presentation skills
AW Rostamani Group is a leading multi-sector family business in the Middle East, driven by a legacy of over seven decades. Its operations span across a diverse range of sectors including automotive, real estate, retail, lighting solutions, travel, logistics, agritech and sustainable packaging, the Group serves over 155,000 customers and 24,000 businesses annually, supported by a diverse team of more than 3,000 employees.
Guided by its purpose to enrich lives across generations, AW Rostamani Group is dedicated to building purposeful businesses that meaningfully impacts people, industries and the planet. By Championing innovation, sustainability, and progress, AW Rostamani Group leads transformative change - creating a future where opportunity and progress go hand in hand.
Rooted in its rich legacy and guided by its values, AW Rostamani Group continues to lead with focus on the future, nurturing partnerships and delivering excellence across its operations.
For more information, visit www.awrostamani.com .
AWR Automotive, a flagship vertical of AW Rostamani Group, has been shaping the future of transportation in the Middle East for over five decades. Previously known as Arabian Automobiles, the company represents leading global brands, including Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault, exclusively in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, while Zeekr, Chery, and Smart are offered across the UAE. Beyond vehicle sales and services, AWR Automotive is driving innovation with flexible mobility solutions through its homegrown brands like Shift and Subscribe Me.
Rooted in AW Rostamani Group's legacy of excellence, AWR Automotive embodies the Group's commitment to intelligent and sustainable mobility, continuously delivering value to over 155,000 customers annually. Together with its partners, the company pioneers electric mobility and sustainable solutions, fostering a smarter, greener future for the region.
For more information, visit www.awrostamani.com .
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