Senior Analyst Demand Planning & Inventory

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP647-1654

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Our client a multinational manufacturing company – FORTUNE 500 is seeking to hire a Senior Analyst Demand Planning & Inventory

The Senior Analyst Demand Planning & Inventory is accountable to manage forecast and inventory for one the region. This is a central and fundamental position responsible for developing and executing Demand Plan and Inventory. The challenge will be to meet market demand and supply chain KPI such as Sales Forecast accuracy, inventory and Loss on Goods Destroyed (LOGD) whilst promoting a cooperative and positive environment among all stakeholders (customers, factories, finance and marketing).

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain forecast models for the region’s portfolio, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer service and others resources.
- Monitor network stock level for your region including stock at factory, in transit and Duty Free warehouse. You will ensure timely production to prevent high or low stock level and take proactive action to minimize LOGD and Out of Stock (OOS).
- Manage a portfolio of over 250’s SKUs by monitoring product launches, optimizing phase-in/phase-out and portfolio rationalization.
- Provide support to Marketing, Sales and Business Planning on new product launches and markets dynamics to contribute to your region’s objectives achievements. You will negotiate with stakeholders to cope with new circumstances or issues.
- Provide analysis and reports (forecast accuracy, inventory plan vs. targets) to Management with structured and accurate information to support decision making and inform them on market situation during monthly Demand meeting.

Requirements

- You have a College/University Degree
- 3-5 years’ experience in a multinational environment with a solid experience in master scheduling, forecasting, procurement or planning
- You have excellent command in English.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

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