MANUFACTURING FACILITY — ABU DHABI —Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Inbound/Outbound Logistics, ERP Management, and Warehouse Setup from scratch. Dental / Medical Device manufacturing preferred.
A growing Abu Dhabi manufacturing facility — ideally in the dental or medical device sector — is hiring a skilled and experienced Inventory Control / Logistics Officer to manage the full scope of inventory, warehouse operations, and logistics functions for its industrial operations. This is a comprehensive, hands-on role covering stock management, warehouse operations, inbound and outbound logistics, ERP system management, import coordination, and — critically — warehouse setup from scratch. Candidates with a background in manufacturing inventory and logistics, proficiency in Odoo ERP and Excel, and experience setting up a warehouse from the ground up are especially encouraged to apply.
Industry Focus — Dental / Medical Device Manufacturing
Preferred Sector: Dental manufacturing, medical devices, or other regulated manufacturing environments
Regulated Materials: Raw materials, spare parts, consumables, and finished goods requiring traceable inventory management
Import Experience: Coordinating import shipments, working with freight forwarders and clearing agents is a key requirement
Distribution: Arranging and overseeing local dispatch of finished goods to customers and distributors in the UAE
Job Purpose — What This Role Achieves
Stock Integrity: Ensure raw materials, spare parts, consumables, and finished goods are accurately received, stored, tracked, issued, and dispatched
Production Support: Keep production running without interruption by ensuring materials are always available at the right time and in the right quantity
On-Time Delivery: Ensure customers receive their orders on time through reliable outbound logistics and dispatch management
Cost Control: Reduce excess stock, shortages, and unnecessary logistics costs through systematic inventory management
Warehouse Setup: Design, build, and systematise the warehouse from scratch — including racking, bins, location coding, and flow paths
Why This Inventory Control / Logistics Officer Role in Abu Dhabi is a Career-Defining Opportunity: This role offers something genuinely rare in the UAE logistics market — the opportunity to build a warehouse from scratch, define inventory systems, create SOPs, and shape how logistics operates at a manufacturing facility from day one. For an experienced inventory and logistics professional who thrives in a hands-on, build-it environment and wants to leave their mark on an entire operational function, this Abu Dhabi manufacturing role is your opportunity to do exactly that.
Position Overview
As Inventory Control / Logistics Officer at this Abu Dhabi manufacturing industrial facility, you will have end-to-end responsibility for inventory management, warehouse operations, inbound and outbound logistics, import coordination, and cross-functional supply chain support. You will maintain accurate stock records in the ERP system (Odoo preferred), conduct cycle counts and physical inventory checks, coordinate with freight forwarders and clearing agents for imports, and ensure finished goods are dispatched on time to customers. A highly desirable aspect of this role is the opportunity to design and build the warehouse from scratch — including layout design, racking, bin systems, location coding, process definition, and documentation — making this a genuinely exceptional opportunity for a warehouse and logistics professional in Abu Dhabi.
 Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management
- Manage daily inventory of raw materials, spare parts, consumables, and finished goods — maintaining accurate, real-time stock records in the ERP system (Odoo) and manual systems as required.
- Monitor stock levels and raise replenishment requests in a timely manner — tracking fast-moving, slow-moving, and critical items to prevent shortages and production stoppages.
- Carry out cycle counts and physical inventory checks — investigating discrepancies, damages, and losses, and implementing corrective actions to maintain perpetual inventory accuracy.
Warehouse Operations
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and organisation of all materials across the warehouse — maintaining a clean, safe, and efficiently organised environment that meets safety and compliance standards.
- Maintain warehouse standards for safety and compliance — adhering to UAE industrial safety regulations, material handling best practices, and any regulatory requirements specific to dental or medical device manufacturing environments.
Logistics & Import Coordination
- Receive, inspect, and record all incoming materials — verifying delivery accuracy against purchase orders, flagging discrepancies, and ensuring all inbound documentation is complete and correctly filed.
- Coordinate import shipments and documentation — working with freight forwarders, clearing agents, and customs authorities to ensure smooth, compliant, and timely arrival of imported materials.
- Arrange and oversee local dispatch of finished goods — coordinating outbound logistics to ensure customers receive their orders accurately and on time.
Cross-Functional & Reporting
- Work closely with Procurement, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Finance teams to keep materials available, production uninterrupted, and supply chain operations aligned with business priorities.
- Prepare inventory and logistics performance reports — tracking KPIs, identifying excess stock, shortages, and cost inefficiencies, and presenting improvement recommendations to management.
Warehouse Setup from Scratch — Highly Desirable Responsibility
- Design and build the warehouse layout — including racking systems, bin allocation, and material flow paths optimised for the facility’s production and logistics requirements
- Set up storage and tracking systems — with location coding, barcode/labelling systems, and inventory management tools integrated with the Odoo ERP
- Define processes for receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping — creating warehouse maps, inventory SOPs, and documented procedures for all warehouse activities
- Support the selection of equipment and racking systems — recommending appropriate solutions for the facility’s space, material types, and volume requirements
- Ensure the warehouse setup is safe, efficient, and scalable — designed to support the facility’s growth as production volumes and product range expand
Required Education & Experience
Education
Logistics
Supply Chain
Business Admin
Engineering
Related Field
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in any of the above fields is required. Practical manufacturing logistics experience is equally valued alongside academic credentials.
Required Skills & Experience
- Experience in inventory control, warehouse, or logistics operations in a manufacturing environment — hands-on, practical experience in stock management, warehousing, and logistics coordination within an industrial or production facility.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control, stock auditing, and reconciliation — with proven ability to maintain accurate perpetual inventory records and resolve discrepancies systematically.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel — Odoo ERP experience is strongly preferred; advanced Excel skills for inventory tracking, reporting, and data analysis are essential.
- Good organisation, record-keeping, and strong attention to detail — the role requires meticulous documentation and data accuracy across all inventory and logistics activities.
 Apply Now — Inventory Control / Logistics Officer | Abu Dhabi UAE 2026
Join a growing manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi. Build the warehouse from scratch, manage end-to-end inventory and logistics, and grow your supply chain career in the UAE’s expanding industrial sector. Dental / medical device manufacturing background preferred.
 Who Should Apply?
- Manufacturing Inventory & Logistics Professionals in Abu Dhabi: With hands-on experience in stock management, ERP systems, and warehouse operations in a manufacturing or industrial facility in the UAE.
- Odoo ERP Warehouse Users: With practical Odoo inventory, purchase, or logistics module experience — your specific ERP skills are a significant advantage for this role.
- Warehouse Setup Specialists: Professionals who have previously designed, built, or systematised a warehouse from scratch — layout design, racking, location coding, process definition — this experience is highly desirable and will strongly differentiate your application.
- Import & Logistics Coordinators: With UAE import experience, freight forwarder coordination, customs documentation, and local distribution management capabilities in a manufacturing context.
- Dental / Medical Device Logistics Professionals: With background in regulated manufacturing environments — understanding material traceability, compliance documentation, and quality-critical inventory management requirements.
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