Associate Demand Planner

Supporting in creation of POs for replenishment and maintaining availability in the stores and warehouse data management.

Creation of POs based on the demand forecast in a timely manner set by the lead for maintaining availability in the stores keeping track of receipt of POs.

Support in ensuring the correct inventory at the stores (no OOS or OVS) by analysing the current inventory status and updating the ordering parameters. Daily monitoring of stock movement running report of daily inventory adjustment.

Support to lead in managing stock amounting to KD 1.5M while ensuring issuance of 1750 POs weekly for stores and DC.

Fresh products replenishment in coordination with supplier and store supervisors.

Preparing the key reports such as availability, lost sales, stock cover, and service levels reports.

Monitoring and reporting - close to expiry risk management and mitigation, overstock and slow-moving stock planning.

Using various system tools to generate data and prepare purchase orders: IM PO Tool, Tableau, Looker.

Coordinate with store supervisors and admins to ensure smooth workflow.

Qualifications:

• Past experience in FMCG in demand planning and replenishment is a must.
• Data and detail-oriented.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills and always hands-on with several tools.
• Ability to interact and guide senior-level executives and manage the expectations of multiple stakeholders.
• Tech savvy.
• Excel skills.

Remote work:

No

Employment type:

Full-time

Key skills:

Forecasting, Microsoft Access, Math, SAP, Supply Chain Experience, Analysis Skills, SAP APO, SAP Supply Chain Management, Production Planning, SAP ERP, ERP Systems, MRP