Team Leader – Stores

The team leader for stores coordinates receipt, storage and issue of parts and operational materials so that maintenance and production teams can access the items they need. The role combines inventory accuracy, staff coordination, safe storage and service responsiveness. This position is part of stores, spare-parts and inventory operations and contributes to reliable, professional day-to-day delivery. The successful candidate will follow established procedures, maintain accurate information and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve agreed standards.

Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities include the following:

• Supervise daily receiving, put-away, picking, issuing and replenishment activities in the store.
• Ensure parts, tyres, oils and other materials are identified, stored and issued against approved records.
• Monitor stock levels, investigate discrepancies and coordinate cycle counts and replenishment requests.
• Guide store personnel, maintain housekeeping and enforce handling and safety standards.
• Prepare stock and service reports and coordinate urgent requests with maintenance and purchasing teams.

A practical understanding of the function, sound prioritisation and timely escalation will help protect quality, safety, cost and customer commitments.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business administration or a related subject is relevant to the published role.
• Experience in stores, inventory or warehouse operations is beneficial; the role may suit early-career candidates.
• Knowledge of inventory principles, stock records and Excel is useful.
• Candidates should communicate clearly in English and organise competing requests effectively.

Candidates should show relevant experience, learn local procedures quickly and meet any required statutory or professional standards.

Skills and Competencies

Good stores leadership depends on accuracy, prioritisation, service orientation and consistent process discipline. The team leader should be comfortable balancing urgent workshop needs with controls that protect inventory integrity and traceability.

Employment Details

Employer: Almarai. Work location: Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia. Employment terms, working schedule, compensation and benefits should be confirmed with the employer during recruitment.