Operations Associate - Backfilling Retail MandS UAE

Job Requisition ID: 179729

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Operations Associate – Overnight Shift (Backfilling) | Marks & Spencer

Overview Of The Role

The Operations Associate – Overnight Shift (Backfilling) plays a critical role in ensuring the store is fully replenished, organized, and ready for trading each morning. Working during overnight hours, the role is responsible for receiving deliveries, replenishing shelves, maintaining inventory accuracy, executing merchandising standards, and ensuring the store is presented to the highest M&S standards before opening.

Working closely with the Store Operations team, the Operations Associate supports efficient stock flow, minimizes stock loss, and ensures excellent product availability across all departments. Success in this role is measured through replenishment productivity, stock accuracy, merchandising standards, inventory control, and operational efficiency.

What You Will Do

Stock Replenishment & Backfilling

• Replenish shelves across all store departments during overnight operations to ensure maximum product availability before store opening.
• Backfill products from the stockroom to the sales floor following store replenishment priorities.
• Ensure shelves are fully stocked, front-faced, and presented according to M&S merchandising standards.
• Prioritize replenishment of promotional lines, seasonal products, and fast-moving items.
• Ensure all replenishment activities are completed before the start of trading.
  
  

Inventory Management

• Receive and process daily deliveries accurately and efficiently.
• Verify product quantities and report discrepancies or damaged stock.
• Maintain stock accuracy by following company inventory procedures.
• Support stock counts, inventory audits, and stock investigations.
• Ensure stock is stored safely and organized within the stockroom.
  
  

Merchandising & Store Standards

• Execute planograms and merchandising guidelines across all departments.
• Ensure products are correctly priced and shelf labels are accurate.
• Maintain high standards of store presentation and housekeeping.
• Remove damaged, expired, or discontinued products from the sales floor.
• Prepare promotional displays and seasonal merchandising before store opening.
  
  

Operational Excellence

• Ensure stock movement is completed safely and efficiently.
• Operate stock handling equipment in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies during replenishment activities.
• Support store operational projects, layout changes, and seasonal resets.
• Complete assigned replenishment targets within agreed timelines.
  
  

Stockroom Operations

• Organize stockroom locations for efficient stock retrieval.
• Ensure stock is stored according to company standards.
• Support waste reduction and stock loss prevention initiatives.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized stockroom areas.
• Dispose of packaging materials in line with company recycling procedures.
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Store Management and Operations teams to deliver overnight replenishment plans.
• Communicate stock issues, replenishment challenges, and operational concerns.
• Support colleagues across departments where required.
• Attend team briefings and operational updates.
  
  

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong stock replenishment and inventory management skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of retail merchandising standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety procedures.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
  
  

What Qualifies You For The Role

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years' experience in Retail Operations, Stock Replenishment, Warehouse, Logistics, or Inventory Management.
• Previous experience working in overnight retail operations is preferred.
• Experience with stock handling, receiving deliveries, and inventory management.
• Good understanding of merchandising and replenishment processes.
• Ability to operate handheld inventory devices or stock management systems.
• Good communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Physically fit and capable of lifting, carrying, and moving stock safely.
• Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, public holidays, and flexible schedules.
  
  

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.

Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…

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