Inventory & Distribution Operations Manager

Inventory & Distribution Operations Manager As the Inventory & Distribution Operations Manager, you will be a key leader within the Operations team, driving the end-to-end management of inventory across Salasa’s fulfilment network in KSA. This critical role has a dual reporting line : directly to the Operations organization and functionally to the Planning & Analytics team.

You will oversee the entire inventory lifecycle, from inbound receiving, put away, and replenishment to inventory control and distribution across all fulfilment points. A central focus will be ensuring inventory is optimally positioned across the network to support timely and complete order fulfilment. You will work closely with the Planning & Analytics team to forecast and align inventory needs, and coordinate with the Transportation team to move inventory proactively and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and optimize all processes related to inventory flow : from receiving and put away to internal transfers, replenishments, cycle counts, and inventory audits.

Drive operational excellence in inventory accuracy and integrity across multiple fulfilment centres.

Own the strategic positioning and redistribution of inventory across all Salasa fulfilment sites to meet demand and service levels.

Work hand-in-hand with the Planning & Analytics team to anticipate needs and develop proactive inventory distribution plans.

Coordinate with the Transportation team to execute timely inter-site movements, ensuring inventory is always in the right place at the right time.

Operational Leadership

Lead day-to-day inventory operations teams to deliver on KPIs such as inventory accuracy, stock availability, put away and replenishment turnaround, and inter-warehouse transfer performance.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service levels across inbound, inventory, and replenishment activities.

Collaborate with Planning & Analytics to align on demand forecasts and inventory distribution strategies.

Ensure seamless integration between planning insights and operational execution, translating demand plans into actionable operational inventory moves.

Prepare and share operational performance reports, highlighting key metrics, trends, and improvement opportunities to senior management.

Develop and monitor a robust set of KPIs covering inventory movement, distribution effectiveness, and fulfilment support.

Champion best practices and new initiatives (including automation, systems improvements, and analytics dashboards) to drive continuous improvement across the inventory and distribution network.

Profile Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain operations, or logistics, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

Strong expertise in fulfilment operations, including inbound, inventory control, replenishment, and multi‑site distribution.

Proven ability to partner with planning and analytics functions to translate forecasts into operational execution.

Familiarity with eCommerce fulfilment, dark store, and B2C logistics operations is highly desirable.

Hands‑on experience in using WMS, inventory management systems, and developing or consuming dashboards (Power BI preferred).

Proficiency in MS Excel required; knowledge of SQL, Python, or other analytics tools is a plus.

Strong analytical mindset, able to interpret large datasets and develop actionable insights.

Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to motivate teams and align cross‑functional.

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.

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