Senior Executive - Stores

Abans PLC has held the dominant position in Sri Lanka's Consumer Durables market for over five decades, fostering a sense of recognition among the populace through its range of innovative, environmentally friendly, and technologically advanced yet user-friendly products and brands. Abans proudly represents renowned global brands across various categories such as Consumer Electronics, Home Appliances, Kitchen Appliances, Smart Devices, Laptops 6: Laptop Accessories, Furniture, Solar, and more. The company's longstanding partnership with LG Electronics Inc., Korea, a global leader in innovation and technology for over 35 years, has resulted in Abans being recognized as the top-performing Distributor in South East Asia. Acknowledged by esteemed global brands including LG, Apple, HP, Lenovo, Acer, Motorola, Oppo, Vivo, Realme, Toto, Elba, Haier, Harman Kardon, .JBL, Marshall, and others, Abans has been appointed as their official partner in Sri Lanka. Abans has consistently led the market in Air Conditioning, Consumer Electronics, Laptops, and Apple Products for the past twenty years. With a robust distribution network boasting over 1000 touch points nationwide, the company has embraced modern retail practices by securing retail spaces in luxury malls, establishing exclusively branded stores for an unparalleled customer experience, and launching an E-commerce platform that attracts over 600,000 site visits per year.The RoleThe role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day stores operations, ensuring efficient receipt, storage and issuance of materials, accurate inventory records and optimal stock levels. The position will also involve leading the stores team and coordinating with relevant departments to ensure the timely availability and smooth movement of materials.Key ResponsibilitiesManage daily stores operations including receiving, storing, issuing and dispatching materials.Monitor inventory levels, stock accuracy and conduct regular physical stock verifications and reconciliations.Ensure proper documentation and timely updating of inventory/system records.Coordinate with Procurement, Operations and other relevant departments to ensure uninterrupted material availability.Supervise and guide the Stores team while maintaining productivity, discipline, safety and proper housekeeping standards.Identify stock discrepancies, excess/slow-moving items and operational issues, and take appropriate corrective action.Prepare relevant inventory and operational reports for management.RequirementsBachelor’s Degree or relevant professional qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Stores/Materials Management or a related field.2 -4 years of relevant experience in Stores, Warehouse or Inventory Management, preferably in a structured or large-scale organization.Strong knowledge of inventory control, warehouse/stores operations and ERP/inventory management systems.Good leadership, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.