Logistics Executive - Retail, Al-Futtaim Watches & Jewellery

About the Role

The Logistics Executive for Al-Futtaim Watches & Jewellery supports both logistics and finance functions for assigned brands. The position covers a broad mix of administrative, office, and coordination work to keep supply chain, stock movement, and payment workflows running smoothly.

This role involves close collaboration with internal teams, warehouses, vendors, banks, clearing agents, 3PL partners, and brand stakeholders to manage inbound and outbound movements, maintain inventory accuracy, and assist with payment-related processes.

About Al-Futtaim

Founded in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group has grown into a diversified private regional enterprise headquartered in Dubai, UAE. The group operates across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, with more than 35,000 employees in over 20 countries across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

With partnerships spanning more than 200 globally admired brands, the organization is driven by entrepreneurship, customer focus, and a commitment to respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity.

Inbound Logistics

• Carry out inbound transactions in SAP Material Management, including vendor, MC, and brand creation in coordination with EIT Finance and the brand team.
• Work with the warehouse, suppliers, insurance teams, 3PL clearing agents, and brand stakeholders to manage the complete inbound chain, from shipment handover through warehouse receipt and documentation.
• Handle monthly bank guarantee, LC, and DP processing with brand managers and support order study approvals.
• Coordinate with suppliers, banks, and clearing agents to release consigned shipments and complete payment clearance through LIV.
• Submit the required paperwork to SSF/Finance so advance payments backed by bank guarantees can be cleared.
• Track monthly import plans with vendors and maintain import reports for the finance team.

Outbound Logistics

• Process sales orders in SAP based on available stock allocation and prepare proforma invoices.
• Share missing pricing information with the brand team for updates.
• Execute delivery processing in SAP for picking, packing, and invoicing steps.
• Arrange outbound shipments through 3PL by preparing documents such as invoices, packing lists, and shipment attestations for country-specific requirements.

Payments

• Start the weekly payment workflow for 3PL-related invoices covering freight, courier, customs, and similar charges.
• Maintain a monitoring database for payment tracking and analysis.

Inventory Control

• Match overseas operations stock reports with SAP inventory records every two weeks.
• Work with warehouse, sourcing, and finance teams to resolve stock variances and improve reconciliation accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in administration and sales coordination.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and general computer tools.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and detailed report review.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical thinking
• High attention to detail
• Ability to manage several tasks at once
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills
• Positive and collaborative attitude
• Understanding of merchandising workflows
• Knowledge of planning processes
• Sales coordination knowledge
• SAP data and transaction handling
• Inventory reconciliation
• Documentation and reporting

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail is one of the leading retail groups across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with a long history of building partnerships with well-known global brands. The business continues to expand through new launches and market adaptation while seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds across its multinational workforce.

Additional Information

Job Requisition ID: 179519

Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Employment type: Full-time, onsite

This opportunity is part of the retail division and supports Watches & Jewellery operations.