Associate Inventory Controller

Company Overview

Talabat is a member of the Delivery Hero Group, a global local-delivery platform operating in about 65 countries. The group is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017, and is included in the MDAX index. Its mission is to create a fast, convenient, and reliable delivery experience.

Role Summary

The Associate Inventory Controller is responsible for overseeing inventory performance across multiple stores. This includes maintaining strong stock governance across third-party logistics operations, owned distribution centers, and dark stores. The role focuses on high inventory accuracy, shrinkage control, stock optimization, and the standardization of processes across countries.

Acting as a central control tower, this position aligns supply chain, warehouse operations, finance, commercial, and store teams to protect margins and improve working capital efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep inventory records accurate by regularly matching physical stock with system records.
• Detect, investigate, and close stock gaps and shrinkage patterns.
• Run cycle counts, complete full stocktakes, and carry out ad hoc physical checks when needed.
• Track stock cover and days on hand to reduce the risk of overstocking or stock shortages.
• Handle slow-moving items, discontinued products, and surplus inventory.
• Work closely with warehouse and 3PL partners to ensure correct receiving, quality checks, picking, and dispatch processes.
• Oversee returns, stock transfers, and supplier-related inventory corrections.
• Perform SKU-level analysis to identify risks and areas for improvement.
• Prepare clear inventory performance updates and reports for management.
• Assist with month-end close activities and reconciliation work with finance.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in inventory management.
• Strong attention to detail with a structured approach to work and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to drive solutions rather than create delays.
• Comfort working with senior executives and handling expectations from multiple stakeholders.
• Willingness to work in a fast-changing environment and learn continuously.
• Strong analytical, communication, and hands-on tool usage skills.
• Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills with the ability to align teams around a common goal.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is highly desirable.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Doha, Qatar. No specific salary, benefits, number of openings, or application deadline were provided in the source.