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demand planner

MUMUSO General Trading LLC (Westlake Group)

Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop accurate short-term and long-term demand forecasts for all product categories (e.g. cosmetics, fashion accessories, toys, etc.), using statistical tools and business inputs.</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and interpret sales trends, promotions, seasonality, new product introductions, and external factors (e.g. holidays, economic conditions) that affect demand.</li><li>Work closely with merchandisers, category managers, marketing, operations, and supply chain to incorporate qualitative inputs (e.g. planned promotions, marketing campaigns, store openings) into demand planning.</li><li>Maintain demand planning models and tools; refine forecasting methods (e.g. time-series models, causal models) to improve accuracy.</li><li>Perform regular forecast accuracy reviews (e.g. forecast vs actual), measure and report forecast error metrics (e.g. MAD, MAPE), identify root causes of variance, and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Support the new product launch process by forecasting demand, phasing inventory, and mitigating risks (slow movers, markdowns).</li><li>Provide business insights and reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to senior management on demand trends, inventory health, and planning performance.</li><li>Ensure demand plans align with financial targets and company objectives (sales, margin, inventory turns).</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.</li><li>3-5+ years of experience in demand planning / forecasting in retail preferably with multiple product categories.</li><li>Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with large datasets. Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Good understanding of supply chain concepts: lead times, safety stock, replenishment, inventory turnover.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your Notice Period?</li><li>What is your expected Salary?</li></ul>

Demand Planner (Retail)

The Hershey Company

Role Summary The Demand Planner is responsible for managing the regional planning process, supporting the Integrated Business Management (IBM) framework, and collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver accurate 12-18-month forecasts. The role works closely with production and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery, drives initiatives to optimize supply and information flows, and contributes to collaborative improvement and cost saving projects with customers. This position is essential to achieving corporate sales and operational objectives. Major Duties/Responsibilities Demand Forecasting & IBM Collaboration (30%) <ul> <li>Assumes primary ownership of the forecast and is accountable for driving improvement of all forecasts related performance metrics.</li> <li>Develop accurate, customer-level demand forecasts for in-scope countries by combining statistical models with insights from Sales, Commercial Planning, Marketing, and Distributors, considering inventory strategy and service level requirements.</li> <li>Maintain 18 months operational forecast by item by distribution center in Maestro Kinaxis system.</li> <li>Building consensus deck and presenting the total forecast outlook for MEA and the major changes MOM.</li> <li>Provide actionable insights and support the monthly IBM Demand Planning process.</li> <li>Align forecasts with business priorities, market trends, customer behavior, and promotional or seasonal patterns to reduce forecast errors and optimize working capital.</li> <li>Lead or support special projects, including seasonal or new product launches, packaging/recipe transitions, and continuous improvement initiatives, offering functional expertise in Demand Planning.</li> </ul> Distributor Management (30%) <ul> <li>Act as the key point of contact for supply chain performance metrics, collaborating with Distributors to optimize SKU inventory levels and prevent stockouts.</li> <li>Ensure forecasts are aligned with Distributor replenishment requirements, balancing inventory, freshness, container utilization, and production constraints.</li> <li>Maintain proactive, clear communication with Distributors to resolve supply chain issues efficiently.</li> <li>Contribute to initiatives that enhance forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management, supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain.</li> </ul> Business Analysis (20%) <ul> <li>Provide necessary analysis & insights to continuously driving process & Forecast improvement.</li> <li>Analyze historical and projected sales data to improve forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement.</li> <li>Monitor distributor and supply chain metrics, identify variance root causes, and implement corrective actions.</li> <li>Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to assess promotional, competitive, and market impacts on demand.</li> <li>Align supply plans with demand outlooks and communicate constraints or changes to stakeholders.</li> <li>Provide insights and updates for monthly IBM Demand meetings.</li> <li>Communicate forecast performance and key metrics clearly to stakeholders.</li> <li>Identify trends, anticipate potential supply or demand issues, and recommend proactive solutions.</li> </ul> Data Management (20%) <ul> <li>Gather, clean, and validate large volumes of sales, inventory, and supply chain data from internal teams and external partners, including Distributors.</li> <li>Prepare and organize datasets for forecasting, supply planning, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and consistency.</li> <li>Spot anomalies, trends, and inconsistencies, flagging issues and supporting corrective actions.</li> <li>Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable data for analysis and business decisions.</li> <li>Help improve data processes and templates to make forecasting and reporting more efficient.</li> </ul> Core Competencies Soft Skills <ul> <li>Communicate effectively with internal and external cross-functional partners at all levels.</li> <li>Strong follow-up skills, self-motivated, able to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently.</li> <li>Demonstrates influencing ability and leadership to drive results.</li> <li>Collaborates across the business and takes ownership, confidently questioning or challenging Commercial teams and Distributors when needed.</li> <li>Thrives under pressure and meets tight deadlines.</li> <li>Eager to learn and explore creative solutions.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high focus on data accuracy and reporting integrity.</li> </ul> Technical Skills <ul> <li>Fluent in English (oral and written); Arabic language skills preferred to support distributor engagement.</li> <li>Solid understanding of fundamental business management and supply chain principles.</li> <li>Strong business acumen with knowledge of the FMCG industry.</li> <li>Comfortable working with multiple internal and external systems, including SAP APO and customer-specific platforms.</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.</li> <li>Exposure to S&OP/IBM processes, with close involvement in planning and collaborative initiatives.</li> </ul> Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Education Bachelor's degree required, in Business administration, Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a quantitative business science preferred, but not a MUST. Master's degree / Supply Chain Management Diploma / APICS certification are a plus. Experience <ul> <li>Minimum 1 to 3 years of work experience in supply chain related roles</li> <li>Must have FMCG background</li> <li>Must have Supply chain experience (either doing Demand Planning themselves or exposed to Demand Planning process)</li> <li>Must be proficient in MS Excel or similar tools/process</li> <li>Food and beverage background is a plus</li> <li>SAP experience is preferred</li> <li>Arabic speaking is highly preferred</li> <li>Multiple countries experience is a plus</li> <li>Amenable to a morning shift (9am to 6pm) and hybrid set-up (thrice a week at the office during Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays)</li> </ul>

Demand Planner - Middle East & Africa

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI)

<div>
 
 
 JOB PURPOSE:
 
 
 
 Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for creating and managing the supply planning process within the company&rsquo;s portfolio. They will work closely with Demand Planner, Clearing &amp; Forwarding, Warehouse and Finance teams to ensure that Supply planning is accurate and aligned with business goals. UAE nationals are encouraged to apply for this role.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 Stock Order Management and Replenishment Coordination
 
 
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 Manage the stock orders with Principals for replenishments on time with appropriate process controls. Co-ordinate for the shipping schedules by Co-ordinating with the supplier&rsquo;s site, regulatory and compliance authority until delivery of stocks at company&rsquo;s premises and subsequent update on ERP.
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 Shortages, Damages, and Claims Handling
 
 
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 Get the details from the warehouse regarding the shortages and damages and forward it to the principal in their respective claim reimbursement form and following up with them until compensation.
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 Purchase Order Processing and Supplier Delivery Compliance
 
 
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 Raise all PO with systematic management approval and ensure that supplier delivers orders as per agreement and stocks are available as per the sales forecast.
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 Stock Liquidation and Inventory Optimization
 
 
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 Regular follow up with sales with an update on near expired/Damaged stocks for liquidation. update of non-moving ageing stocks, discontinued SKU&rsquo;s there by reducing complexity for an efficient supply chain management.
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 Inventory Monitoring and Reconciliation
 
 
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 Monitor the short/excess stock on the WMS vs Oracle Vs Physical and keep a check with the warehouse with clear accountability and timely escalation.
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 Problem Solving
 
 
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 Managing all other aspects of supply chain which contribute in the organizational growth by showing intent of leadership ,commitment and rational problem solving techniques.
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 Forecast Alignment &amp; Co-Packing Activity Coordination
 
 
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 Align with demand planner for all forecasting validation.
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 Manage the co-packing activity with close co-ordination with demand planner, warehouse and brand managers.
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 EXPERIENCE &amp; QUALIFICATION:
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or equivalent.
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 Minimum 2-3 years of work experience needed in end to end supply chain domain.
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 SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE &amp; ABILITIES:
 
 
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 Job Specific:
 
 Logistics, inventory management, data analysis, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.
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 Generic Skills:
 
 Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, adaptability, teamwork.
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Supply Chain Planner (Consumer)

Chalhoub Group

<div>INSPIRE | EXHILARATE | DELIGHT
For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.
Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality &mdash; bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse &mdash; the Group&rsquo;s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.
Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work certification in several markets.
Sustainability is at the core of the Group&rsquo;s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040. 
What you'll be doing
 The Merchandise Planner will use a data-driven approach to optimize sales, margin and inventory in an omnichannel environment. They will forecast future seasonal demand at category &ndash; subcategory level for each region, maximize sell-thru in-season by collaborating with key stakeholders: Commercial, Finance, Ecommerce and Buying. Responsible to lead the OTB working in collaboration with commercial, Finance, 
Ecommerce as well as other roles within Supply Chain.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Define the sales plan and OTB by partnering with Buying, Finance, Retail, and Ecommerce business to develop the merchandise strategy, using data-driven input from sales trends, market conditions and supplier demands to drive profitable decision making.</li><li>Monitor Inventory Aging and recommend actions on markdowns and liquidation to achieve inventory targets considering Category and Brand identity.</li><li>Drive pricing strategy and plan seasonal markdowns by item to maximize sales and gross margin in collaboration with Buying and Retail.</li><li>Assess and highlight risks and opportunities on sales, gross margin and inventory, based on supply or demand gaps, recommending possible solutions.</li><li>Re-plan business in-season based on latest performance and present it to management with recommendations</li><li>Develop and provide buying with category assortment recommendations plans by Channel / Region / Store which are aligned with the merchandise strategy and proactively suggest improvements to optimize revenue and profitability through what if Scenarios.</li><li>Monitor inventory mix in each location and recommend seasonal stock transfers, if needed, in order to boost sales.</li></ul>
What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed
5 years' experience in planning for categories like handbags, women's shoes, and accessories.<ul>
</ul>A bachelor's degree in supply chain or any related principle.
Advanced Excel analytics skills
What we can offer you
With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.
We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.
We Invite All Applicants to Apply
It Takes Diversity Of Thought, Culture, Background, Differing Abilities and Perspectives to truly Inspire, Exhilarate and Delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</div>

Merchandise Planner - Tryano

Amentum

<div>Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability.
The Demand Planning, Forecasting, and Inventory Replenishment Manager will be responsible for leading the demand planning and inventory replenishment processes for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Full Line Food Service Distribution for Southwest Asian and Eastern Africa (SWAEA) program. This role involves analyzing market trends, historical actual demand, forecasting future demand, and ensuring optimal inventory levels to meet customer needs while minimizing waste and costs.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
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Develop and implement demand planning processes to accurately forecast product demand based on historical data, market trends, and customer insights.</li>
<li>Monitor inventory levels across all distribution channels, ensuring adequate stock to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory.</li>
<li>Establish inventory replenishment strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce carrying costs.</li>
<li>Perform predictive analytics, demand planning and forecasting analysis driven by both historical customer demand and seasonality supply chain</li>
<li>Utilize forecasting software and tools to generate accurate demand forecasts and inventory reports.</li>
<li>Work closely with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely and efficient order fulfillment based on demand forecasts.</li>
<li>Coordinate with procurement to align inventory replenishment plans with supplier lead times and production schedules.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for process improvements in demand planning and inventory replenishment to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li>
<li>Implement best practices and technologies to streamline forecasting and inventory management processes.</li>
<li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand planning, forecasting accuracy, and inventory turnover.</li>
<li>Prepare and present regular reports to management on demand trends, inventory performance, and recommendations for adjustments.</li>
<li>Provide training and support to staff on demand planning and inventory management best practices and tools.</li>
<li>Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the demand planning team.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS<ul>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, and inventory management in the food service or logistics industry.</li>
<li>Experience in DLA planning and forecasting</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in forecasting methodologies and inventory management systems.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Proficient in demand planning software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.</li>
<li>Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.</li>
</ul>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul>
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Certification in demand planning or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CPIM) is a plus.</li>
<li>Knowledge of food service industry trends and dynamics.</li>
</ul>
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES<ul>
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Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.</li>
<li>Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.</li>
<li>Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.</li>
</ul>
This position is pending contract award. 
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.</div>

Demand Planning, Forecasting, and Inventory Replenishment Manager

Confidential

<div>
 
 We are looking for a Category Manager handling our Seafood Portfolio
 
 
 
 
 
 He will be responsible to deliver profitable growth across the designated categories by providing an optimum portfolio range mix, negotiate supplier contracts, monitor the supply and demand planning and advise internal and external stakeholders on the respective categories.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Category Management &amp; Development
 
 
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 Co-develop the annual plan for the designated categories
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 Develop the product portfolio with profitable products based on market insights
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 Obtain the needed knowledge related to the category and its key business drivers
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 Be the Category Expert and provide the Sales team with specific product knowledge
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 Management of Suppliers
 
 
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 Develop a collaborative and long term oriented partnership with suppliers to maximize their support and sustain the business relationship
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 Negotiate terms and conditions of supplier contracts and brand support
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 Be the company's contact for Suppliers during new launches
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 Monitor and discuss price fluctuations with suppliers
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 Planning Accuracy
 
 
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 Analyze and monitor the demand planning of the category to ensure optimum inventory levels
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 Work closely with the supply and demand planning team to manage ETA's and lead times of orders and shipments
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 Control expiries of the designated categories
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 Analysis &amp; Reporting
 
 
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 Provide reports related to Sales, Profitability and Inventory of the respective category
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 Conduct in-depth analysis of category/brand performance by channel and spot key opportunities and risks.
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 Job requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or related field
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 2-4 years in Purchasing &amp; Category Management or Category Demand Planning experience within the Food service or FMCG industries
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 Experience in Food sourcing specifically Seafood is a major plus
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 Strong negotiation skills
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 Strong analytical skills
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 Strong relationship building skills
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 Strong team worker
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 Result oriented
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</div>

Category Manager

Keeta

1. Demand Forecasting &amp; Analysis Build regional and time-slot-based supply-demand forecasting models based on historical data and market trends Identify peak periods and potential supply gaps to proactively prepare supply plans
2. Rider Supply &amp; Shift Management Develop effective rider scheduling plans to ensure supply-demand alignment Manage daily shift inventory to guarantee adequate coverage across zones and time slots
3. Real-Time Monitoring &amp; Operational Adjustment Establish a real-time supply-demand monitoring mechanism to identify areas with insufficient or redundant supply and quickly respond to market changes, and dynamically adjust regional configuration and scheduling plans Adjust the fulfillment radius, expand the service boundary, or temporarily compress the operation area to ensure fulfillment in the core area
4. Strategy &amp; Process Optimization Contribute to the design of onboarding policies, cross-zone dispatch logic, and shift release mechanisms Continuously optimize rider shift efficiency, activation rate, and fulfillment KPIs Design and run structured A/B tests and impact analysis for shift and supply policy refinements
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Marketing, Fulfillment, and Data teams to execute operational strategies Coordinate between 3PL partners and in-house fleets to adapt to real-time demand shocks

Supply Operation Manager

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