Instock Manager, Strategic Initiatives, MENA

Amazon is hiring an Instock Manager, Strategic Initiatives, MENA in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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Level rates this role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Excel, inventory management and supply chain.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
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AI in this role

Manage inventory health, demand forecasting, and supply chain strategies for grocery operations at Amazon MENA.

Excel

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Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA A-Now team is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero. We are seeking a self-starter who can quickly familiarize themselves with this fast-paced environment, build relationships/trust with cross-functional teams, and assume ownership within the program which will require understanding of complex business/Tech/Ops processes at Amazon and our partners and devising an optimal engagement model. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. High judgment, analytical talent and good document writing skills with concise communication are essential to success in this role.

In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction, build a buying and sourcing strategy for a new category while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.

Key job responsibilities
Inventory Management
- Lead daily inventory health metrics and accuracy
- Drive strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce excess/aged inventory
- Implement and maintain inventory control processes
- Monitor shrinkage and damage rates

Data Analysis & Forecasting
- Analyze historical data to predict future inventory needs
- Create demand forecasts and recommend order quantities
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Cross-functional Leadership
- Partner with operations, transportation, and procurement teams
- Drive alignment between planning and execution teams
- Escalate and resolve inventory-related issues across networks
- Lead projects to improve instock performance

Process Improvement
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures
- Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives
- Train and coach team members on inventory management best practices

Basic qualifications

- 5+ years of supply chain, inventory management or project management experience
- 5+ years of with Excel experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience working with complex data sets

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of the principles of statistical inventory control
- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- Experience with SQL

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How we rate this

Instock Manager, Strategic Initiatives, MENA at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Instock Manager, Strategic Initiatives, MENA is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in SA, Riyadh.
The job was posted on September 24, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Inventory ManagementSupply ChainDemand ForecastingData AnalysisProcess ImprovementExcel

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