Category Demand Supply Planner

• Ensure optimal product availability on shelves in all stores through replenishment order calculations with the replenishment tool

• Manage the purchasing plan through optimum use of the Planning system (Leadtime, frequency of orders, safety stock)

• Calculate stock rebalancing needs between stores through optimum use of parameters (Excess stock, cover stock)

• Manage In & outbound Orders for the brands managed through the warehouse

• Apply stock policy per brand/per ABC/per country

• Support Logistics Team (KSA and Dubai team) with the purchase order process, validating and advising urgent orders

• Optimize stock returns & transfer opportunities between all Stores: Identify overstock and propose action plan to Category Management and Negotiation team

• Ensure stock availability during roll out of new brand/stores with right opening order quantity and effectively managing transfers within the network.

• Collaborate with Regulatory Team to ensure products are in line with regulations & compliance for all Markets

• Communicate with KSA Head office Supply Chain Team to support their local KSA activities

• Share Purchasing plan with defined suppliers after validation with Category Management

• Track the supplier Fill Rate to alert Category Managers and challenge the brands during meetings

• Carry out stock management and transfer activities as per the defined process

Reporting, System Improvement, Stock balancing, and Analysis:

• KPI’s: In-Stock, Days of Inventory, Supplier Fill Rate, Forecast Accuracy, Inventory Value, Brand Analysis etc.

• Prepare action plans with Category-Management and Finance Teams for slow movers and obsoletes to secure a good stock quality

• Prepare Supply Chain reports to support brand negotiations by the Category Merchandising Team

• Participate and prepare with Category management meetings with brands

• Contribute to key projects or process improvement related to Supply Chain

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONALITY

• Minimum 5 years in Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning experience required

• Experience in utilizing ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Expert at utilizing & developing good statistical models and forecasting software

• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, Database, Reporting system skills (Power BI)

• Analytical mind and problem-solving attitude

• Outstanding organizational ability & flexibility

• Collaborative and team-oriented spirit