Founded in 2001 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, ATE is a leading trader of Asian food products across the Middle East, with strong operations in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Bahrain and branches in Riyadh, Jeddah, Khobar, and Cairo.
We are hiring a Stock Controller & Shipping Manager to own day-to-day inventory control and end-to-end shipping. The role is documentation-heavy and includes registering products with the SFDA , coordinating closely with the Sales team, and ensuring every shipment is executed compliantly and on time. This is a full-time remote position; success means being on top of every detail, every day.
Inventory / Stock Control
- Maintain accurate stock records in the ERP; perform cycle counts and reconcile variances.
- Plan and monitor stock levels (reorder points, safety stock, FEFO / FIFO where relevant).
- Track inbound receipts, QC holds / releases, expiries, and batch / lot traceability.
- Prepare weekly KPIs (stock accuracy %, aging, slow / obsolete stock).
Shipping & Logistics Management
Plan, book, and track shipments (inbound / outbound) with freight forwarders and carriers.Own shipping documentation : commercial invoice, packing list, HS codes, certificate of origin, health / inspection certificates as needed.Coordinate customs clearance and ensure correct Incoterms® usage and landed-cost visibility.Monitor OTIF (on-time-in-full), lead times, and exceptions; drive corrective actions.Documentation & Compliance (SFDA Focus)
Register products with the Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) via the relevant e-systems and maintain renewals / updates.Ensure labeling, documentation, and imports comply with SFDA and other KSA / GCC requirements.Keep complete, audit-ready dossiers (forms, licenses, permits, test reports).Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with Sales on forecast, allocations, and priority shipments.Liaise with suppliers, 3PLs / warehouses, and finance (GRN, claims, debit / credit notes).Provide customers and internal teams with shipment ETAs and status updates.Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Build dashboards and reports from ERP / Excel (fill rate, OTIF, clearance time, cost).Improve SOPs across inventory, documentation, and shipping.Must-Have Qualifications
1–3+ years in inventory / stock control and shipping / logistics (FMCG / food preferred).ERP proficiency (mandatory) — e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics.Strong Excel skills (pivots / lookups), attention to detail, and documentation rigor.Demonstrated experience with SFDA product registration and KSA import compliance.Bilingual : Professional Arabic and English (written & spoken).Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or similar.Able to work full-time and align with UTC+3 (KSA) business hours , even if remote.Nice to Have
Experience with WMS / TMS and 3PL operations.Knowledge of GCC customs, SASO / SABER, and food labeling standards.Background in Asian food trading or FMCG distribution.What We Offer
Competitive compensation and growth in a regional market leader.Remote work flexibility with a high-ownership role.How to Apply (LinkedIn)
Submit your CV and a brief note on : (1) your SFDA registration experience, (2) ERP systems you’ve used, and (3) earliest start date.Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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