project manager

quantity surveyor

sales manager

account executive

marketing manager

demand planner

NRTC Group Of Companies

Job PurposeTo drive accurate demand forecasting, optimize inventory levels, and improve service fulfillment to HORECA customers (hotels, restaurants, catering). The role balances market demand, sales projections, and supplier availability to ensure freshness, minimal waste, and maximum customer satisfaction across the company&rsquo;s foodservice operations.Key Job Responsibilities1. Demand Planning &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>Collect and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly sales data from the HORECA team to create accurate forecasts by SKU and customer category.</li><li>Develop rolling forecasts considering seasonality, promotions, events, and seasonal trends.</li><li>Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust based on actual sales and market intelligence.</li><li>Use statistical tools (Excel / ERP / BI dashboards) to model demand variability and supplier lead times.</li><li>Coordinate closely with procurement to align supply plans with demand signals.</li></ul>2. Inventory &amp; Supply Optimization<ul><li>Maintain optimal stock levels of company&rsquo;s products&mdash; balancing availability vs. wastage.</li><li>Collaborate with operations and QC to manage shelf life and rotation (FIFO).</li><li>Track inventory health KPIs (days of cover, stockout %, wastage %, overstock %).</li><li>Support procurement in supplier planning ad order scheduling.</li><li>Recommend safety stock levels by SKU category (local vs. import, short vs. medium shelf life).</li></ul>3. Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP)<ul><li>Plan and lead the weekly demand review meeting with Sales, Procurement, and Operations.</li><li>Present forecast deviations and root causes (over-forecast, under-forecast, cancellations).</li><li>Support finance in setting accurate purchasing budgets and wastage provisions.</li><li>Align all divisions (Retail, HORECA, Wholesale) for consistent demand signals.</li></ul>4. Data Management &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Maintain SKU master data accuracy (pack size, yield %, lead time).</li><li>Produce dashboards: forecast accuracy %, fill rate %, wastage %, and OTIF %.</li><li>Support ERP demand module updates and system integration (Focus / SAP ).</li><li>Analyze customer trends and recommend SKU rationalization or introduction.</li></ul>5. Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Identify forecasting inefficiencies and lead improvement projects (e.g., daily sales auto-upload, dynamic reorder triggers).</li><li>Partner with HORECA sales and procurement to reduce overstock and wastage.</li><li>Conduct detailed analysis for major forecast errors and implement preventive actions.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Administration</li><li>2&ndash;3 years of experience in Fruits &amp; Vegetables / FMCG / Foodservice demand planning</li><li>UAE market experience mandatory; knowledge of HORECA channel operations preferred</li><li>Strong Excel &amp; analytics skills; ERP (Focus, SAP, or Tally) knowledge required</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to AED8,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your monthly expected salary in AED?</li><li>Are you available to join immediately?</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>UAE Demand Planning: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

Junior Demand Planner

CITIC Construction Co., LTD

Job Title: Planning ManagerLocation: DubaiCompany: CITIC ConstructionAbout Us:CITIC Construction Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of CITIC Group, is a leading global contractor ranked among the ENR Top 250 International Contractors.For decades, the Company has pursued its strategy of &ldquo;winning projects through investment, financing, and pre-service, while driving industrial development through contractorship.&rdquo; With this approach, CITIC Construction has grown into a world-class enterprise delivering comprehensive engineering and construction services and undertaking major international projects.Our business model focuses on both immediate client needs and long-term regional development. From project planning to completion, we provide integrated solutions that include feasibility studies, financing, construction, and operations&mdash;helping clients develop complete value chains.Leveraging the diversified strength of CITIC Group across finance, resources, energy, manufacturing, real estate, and infrastructure, we also deliver value-added services such as financial consulting and industrial integration, ensuring efficient and economical outcomes for our partners.CITIC Construction has established a strong global presence with branches across Africa, Latin America, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and beyond. The Company holds top-level certifications, including:Class A+ General Contracting in housing constructionClass A Engineering Design qualificationISO 9001 Quality Management SystemISO 14001 Environmental Management SystemOHS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management SystemAs a vice-chairman member of CHINCA and CCCME, we continue to uphold our corporate spirit of &ldquo;forging ahead, pioneering and innovating, and pursuing excellence.&rdquo; CITIC Construction remains committed to being a trusted partner in shaping a sustainable and prosperous future.Our Dubai office serves as a regional hub to deliver on the promise of modernization, partnership, and shared prosperity in the Middle East.https://www.construction.citic/enJob Summary:We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Planning Manager with extensive experience in the UAE market. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing operational plans, optimizing resources, and leading our planning functions to achieve business objectives in the dynamic UAE environment. Your deep local knowledge will be crucial in driving efficiency and supporting informed decision-making.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Strategic &amp; Operational Planning: Develop, implement, and manage the overall operational and strategic planning process, tailored to the UAE market dynamics.</li><li>Demand &amp; Supply Planning: Lead the demand forecasting and supply/inventory planning processes, considering local supply chain logistics, regulations, and market trends.</li><li>Stakeholder Management: Act as the central point of coordination between Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams, ensuring plan alignment and execution within the UAE context.</li><li>Performance Analysis: Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency and service levels.</li><li>Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners and analysts.</li><li>Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve planning processes, systems, and tools to enhance accuracy and scalability for our UAE operations.</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.</li><li>A minimum of 10 years of proven experience in a planning or supply chain management role within the UAE.</li><li>Proven experience in managing super high-rise projects within the UAE (40floors and up), with strong knowledge of local construction practices, regulations, and approval processes.</li><li>PMP certificate required</li><li>In-depth understanding of the local business landscape, regulatory environment, and supply chain logistics.</li><li>Proven experience in demand planning, forecasting, and sales &amp; operations planning (S&amp;OP) processes.</li><li>Strong proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced skills in data analysis.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in managing a team.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED30,000.00 - AED35,000.00 per month

Planning Manager

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&reg; 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 Allocator ensures the optimal distribution of inventory across B2B and B2C channels, maintaining product availability for retail, e-commerce, and B2B accounts. This role focuses on inventory planning, replenishment, and monitoring key performance indicators to ensure smooth supply chain operations
 
 
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 Define and execute the initial allocation strategy for seasonal products across stores, ensuring alignment with assortment and demand plans.
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 Build and maintain inventory and replenishment plans, considering store space availability, delivery frequency, and stock requirements.
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 Adjust min-max levels, safety stock, and days of coverage parameters to optimize inventory levels and prevent overstock or stockouts.
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 Oversee the creation and execution of replenishment orders to ensure timely stock availability across channels.
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 Manage markdown and promotional inventory push initiatives to align with sales and clearance strategies.
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 Support the execution of promotional activities by ensuring adequate stock availability at the right locations.
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 Track and execute inventory balance between stores, MFC (Digital) and hub to manage ISA across all networks
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 Optimize store-to-store stock transfers to balance inventory levels across the network and meet dynamic demand.
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 Collaborate with retail teams to coordinate upcoming delivery volumes and ensure operational readiness at the store level.
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 Manage retail store requests of additional stock or ranging, de-ranging of stock
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 Generate and process B2B orders based on requests and omnichannel stock allocations arbitrated by planning teams.
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 Monitor the performance of B2B inventory distribution to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
 
 
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 KPI Monitoring
 
 
 
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 Track and analyze planning KPIs, including in stock availability (ISA), Days of Inventory (DOI) and On-Time In-Full (OTIF), to identify and resolve inefficiencies
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 Track and analyze store to store transfers
 
 
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 What You&rsquo;ll Need To Succeed
 
 
 
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 Experience in supply planning or allocation, preferably within retail, fashion, or FMCG industries.
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 Hands-on expertise in supply planning tools, such as Blue Yonder, SAP, or equivalent systems.
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 Proven ability to manage replenishment planning, stock transfers, and markdown execution.
 
 
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 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
 
 
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 Additional Skills
 
 
 
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 Good analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize allocation and inventory distribution.
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 Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with retail teams, B2B stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
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 Knowledge of inventory control methodologies and replenishment strategies to support operational goals.
 
 
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 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>

Associate Allocation - Tanagra

Delivery Hero

<div>Company Description 
talabat is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world&rsquo;s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience&mdash;fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. 
Job Description 
Job Description
We&rsquo;re looking for a Sr Specialist Demand Planning to join the team and focus on growing our own Grocery Store &ldquo;tMart&rdquo;, which is the region&rsquo;s first cloud store concept offering 30-minute delivery of groceries at hypermarket prices. The service has expanded rapidly across Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Jordan, Bahrain, Egypt, Oman and Iraq! 
What&rsquo;s On Your Plate?<ul><li>
Demand Forecasting and Planning : Ability to use past sales data, market trends, promotions and category insights to develop a highly accurate forecast for the Import Shipments portfolio</li><li>
Imports Shipments Planning: Ability to plan forecasts/stocks/inbound containers for a 3/6 month forward pipeline to maintain constant availability with adequate Stock Cover, utilizing all available data sources and alignment processes with cross functional teams.</li><li>
Import Shipment Clearance Process: Act as subject matter expert and drive process governance and adherence for imports shipment clearing process with external/internal stakeholders.</li><li>
Work closely with Finance/Commercial/Operations teams to ensure zero demurrages, minimized claims and expedited/time bound clearing process is in place. Ability to monitor and drive continuous process improvement to reduce costs. Ensure new product sourcing follows internal guidelines/lead times and are planned accordingly.</li><li>
Work with respective Country Supply chain teams on projects and initiatives to drive process improvements.</li><li>
Work closely with commercial/operations teams on key projects and initiatives.</li><li>
Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present demand planning reports and dashboards. Use BI analytics to automate reporting processes.</li><li>
Implement standardized supply chain metrics and processes for all MENA countries.</li><li>
Inventory Management: Ability to plan and drive DOH policy for all MENA countries with end to end mapping of supply chain processes.</li><li>
Work with respective country team to improve Forecasting accuracy and availability of SKUs in store</li><li>
Monitoring inventory processes to ensure Shrinkage is minimized while optimizing on DOH.</li><li>
Promotions Planning: Work closely with the commercial team to define metrics and processes for promotions planning in the supply chain.</li><li>
DC Management: Monitor daily and weekly DC KPIs and share with Local country head and drive the improvement in operations. Establish and ensure compliance about processes and Operations in Warehouse</li><li>
Supplier Management: Able to hold discussions with external stakeholders on availability and fill rate and drive improvements.</li><li>
Project Management: Ability to work on various projects with a wide variety of stakeholders, managing project timelines and team expectations effectively.</li><li>
S&amp;OP: Ability to facilitate and drive cross functional teams, identify gaps to forecast and business plans, identify key blockers and be able to resolve with country teams.</li></ul> 
Qualifications 
What Did We Order?<ul><li>
You have at least 5+ years hands-on experience in Supply Chain Planning, Forecasting, Import</li><li>
Shipments, DC Planning, Inventory Management &amp; System implementations</li><li>
You come with an experience in retail groceries, ideally with focus on Ultra Fresh Analytical skills, big data manipulation + advanced ease with excel</li><li>
You have experience in forecasting models and suppliers scheduling</li><li>
You have experience in Imports Shipments, Incoterms.</li><li>
You are very detail-oriented, structured and know how to prioritize - you consider yourself as someone who delivers solutions and not bottlenecks to be solved.</li><li>
You have good stakeholder management skills and are a self starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.</li><li>
You are someone energized by the unknown and look forward to learning each day on the job</li><li>
You have excellent analytical and communication skills, and always like to be hands-on with several tools</li></ul></div>

Sr. Specialist Demand Planning

Bacardi

<div>
 [Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.]
 
 
 
 YOUR OPPORTUNITY
 
 
 
 As a Demand Planning Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing various reports related to Supply chain KPIs. Coordinate with commercial team for Forecast (Replenishment and Depletion) submission. Follow up with customer service team and OCs for open orders / shipment plans. You will maintain governance of forecasting and inventory management. You will pro-actively monitor and coordinate for allocation management, cut-off, OOS risk. You will support to carry out all the steps of the S&amp;OP process.
 
 
 A high degree of flexibility is required in this role as a large part of it is responding to the situation on hand and providing insightful analyses as needed.
 
 
 
 About You
 
 
 
 To be successful in this role, you will be a collaborative business partner who is able to work seamlessly within a lean and matrix organization. You have an analytical and curious mindset with an innate drive to continuously learn. You are always looking for opportunities to build efficiencies as you have a Fearless and Founders mindset.
 
 
 
 This is a 12-month fixed-term role, with potential for renewal depending on organizational requirements and individual contribution
 
 
 
 
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE
 
 
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 Coordinate for the 3rd party distributor inventory reports and consolidate for monthly reporting.
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 Collect and integrate monthly depletion forecast, inventory data, and in transits for distributor markets.
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 Coordinate with commercial team for IBP Forecast submission.
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 Validation and sanity check of IBP forecasts vs open orders. Analyze changes in forecasts / demands.
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 Follow up with CSR team for open orders status, shipment plan and In-transit tracking.
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 Back orders tracking and follow up with OC fulfilment teams.
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 Prepare monthly reports and presentation for Supply Chain KPIs visibility for cluster or region.
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 Interpret data, identify trends, and draw conclusions from the reported data which will help drive business decisions.
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 Support Master Data maintenance related tasks.
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 Allocation management - support in tracking orders / consumption for Allocated Products.
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 Liaise with Finance team for data inputs as and when required.
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 Maintain proactively documentation &lsquo;SharePoint&rsquo; repository for the supply chain team
 
 
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 SKILLS
 
 
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 THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY
 
 
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 Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain / Demand Planning / Distribution processes.
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 Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
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 Must be fluent in English. Excellent communication skills &ndash; both verbal and written.
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 Must have strong analytical, organizational and planning skills. High attention to details and ability to interpret large datasets to drive insights.
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 Experience of IBP / BI / ERP / SAP is required.
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 Knowledge of Demand Planning will be an additional advantage.
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 Learning agility, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
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 Ability to work independently with high degree of initiative and drive.
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 Sense of urgency and proactivity. Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
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 Able to collaborate within the team as well as with cross-functional stakeholders.
 
 
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 </ul>
 LEADERSHIP AGILITY
 
 
 At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
 
 
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 Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of &lsquo;Belonging&rsquo;, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
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 Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
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 People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
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 Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
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 Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you&rsquo;re presented with
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 Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person&rsquo;s identity.
 
 
 
 U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
 
 
 
 Perks of Working for us
 
 
 
 At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.
 
 
 
 Compensation, Paid Time Off &amp; Retirement:
 
 
 
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 Competitive Pay Package
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 Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
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 Retirement/Pension Plan
 
 
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 </ul>
 Health &amp; Wellbeing
 
 
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 Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
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 Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
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 Employee Assistance Programs
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 Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Benefits
 
 
 
 The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.
 
 
 Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.
 
 
 Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.
</div>

Demand Planning Analyst - MEA

Landmark Group

<div>Lead planning for Homeware/Furniture categories to drive sales, margin and inventory productivity. Partner with Buying, Supply Chain, Retail, Finance and Marketing to deliver strong customer experience and long-term business growth. 
Responsibilities
Strategy &amp; Leadership
<ul><li>Define category and territory planning strategy aligned to business goals.
</li><li>Own budgets for sales, margin, stock, OTB and turns; track performance through the season.
</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to improve sourcing, processes and system effectiveness.
</li><li>Drive availability on key lines while optimizing inventory across the network.
</li><li>Lead planning calendar, governance and business rhythms.
</li><li>Coach and develop the planning team; build strong planning capability.
</li></ul>Seasonal &amp; Range Planning
<ul><li>Lead post-season reviews and translate insights into future strategies.
</li><li>Develop seasonal plans on sales, pricing, assortment, suppliers and brands.
</li><li>Build budgets, MFP, store grading and range plans aligned to financial targets.
</li><li>Track performance vs plan and ensure adherence to merchandising standards.
</li></ul>In-Season Performance Management
<ul><li>Monitor OTB, ordering, forecasting, stock cover and inflows.
</li><li>Identify over/under-performance and drive actions on reorders, markdowns and allocations.
</li><li>Ensure replenishment availability and minimize stock-outs.
</li><li>Present performance and actions in weekly and monthly trading reviews.
</li></ul>Market &amp; Store Insights
<ul><li>Conduct regular store and competitor visits to track trends, pricing and customer behavior.
</li><li>Share insights and drive corrective actions with buying and commercial teams.
</li></ul>Systems &amp; Governance
<ul><li>Ensure strong reporting, data integrity and effective use of planning tools.
</li><li>Partner with central teams on system enhancements.
</li></ul>People Management
Lead hiring, performance management and capability building for the planning team. 
<ul><li>
</li></ul>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
<ul><li>Sales vs Plan
</li><li>Gross Margin vs Plan
</li><li>Inventory Turn &amp; GMROI
</li><li>Forecast Accuracy (MAPE) &amp; Bias
</li><li>Stock Availability on Key Lines
</li><li>Aged Stock %
</li><li>Markdown % to Sales
</li><li>OTB Adherence
</li><li>Sell-through %
</li><li>Team Capability &amp; Performance (forecast accuracy improvement, delivery against goals)
</li></ul>Must Have:
<ul><li>Retail planning expertise (WSSI, OTB, MFP, range planning, store grading, allocation, markdown management)
</li><li>Demand forecasting &amp; analytics (MAPE, bias, trend analysis, scenario planning)
</li><li>In-season trading management (reforecasting, corrective actions, performance tracking)
</li><li>Strong commercial acumen (sales, margin, pricing, GMROI mindset)
</li><li>Advanced Excel / data analytics capability with the ability to translate data into business insights and actions
</li><li>Team management (coaching, performance management, building capability)
</li><li>Ability to influence without authority and manage conflicts constructively
</li><li>Stakeholder Leadership
</li><li>Experience with planning tools (e.g., RELEX, o9, SAP IBP, Oracle, or similar) is a plus</li></ul></div>
 <div>Our journey started in 1973 with a single store in Bahrain. Since then, we have grown into a global retail and hospitality group. The proud creator of 25 plus value led, own-built brands across retail, hospitality, food, and leisure.
Over the years, our UAE - based group has evolved into a comprehensive retail and hospitality entity, with over 2200 retail stores, leisure, and hospitality outlets, panning the GCC, Middle East, India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Today, Landmark Group is one of GCC's largest omnichannel retailers and India's top home and fashion retailer.
We take immense pride in the organic growth of our retail brands, which have blossomed into household names. From Max, Splash, Babyshop, Centrepoint, Shoemart, Homecentre, Emax, Fitness First, to Funcity, to name a few, our brands span across a multitude of categories, enriching the lives of countless families over the past decade.</div>
 <div><div><div>Home Box is a one-stop shop offering smart furniture and furnishings for everyday living, at affordable prices. Launched in 2013, Home Box is one of the Landmark Group&rsquo;s fastest growing concepts with 51 stores across KSA, UAE, Bahrain and Qatar. With an extensive offering of great quality products, Home Box makes customers feel at home with its good, honest prices and friendly, helpful service. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Through Home Box, the Group aims to provide customers with tasteful yet affordable home furnishing solutions that promises to transform your space with our bold textures and exquisite d&eacute;cor that make every occasion memorable with a commitment to be the heart of your home, offering an exceptional, cost-effective shopping journey. Known for its modern designs and high quality, Home Box is celebrated for shaping contemporary lifestyles with curated collections that combine aesthetic appeal and the latest trends at affordable prices. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>&ldquo;At Home Box, we continually research market trends to create products that fulfil our customers&rsquo; needs. Our goal is to fill the market gap for fashionable, contemporary home essentials at affordable prices. We are committed to enhancing the customer experience through innovative approaches, as exemplified by our new store concept, which elevates economical home shopping and promises 'Always more in the box' for our customers,&rdquo; stated Ajay Antal, CEO of Home Box. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>8,000+ Products offering amazing quality and prices. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>50+ Stores helping millions of satisfied customers. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>4 Countries where we&rsquo;ve made our mark in 3 years. 
</div></div><div></div><div><div>1000+ Emp.dedicated to great service.</div></div></div>

Senior Manager - Demand Planning

Majid Al Futtaim

<div>
 
 
 BUSINESS INTRODUCTION
 
 
 
 Majid Al Futtaim Holding is the leading shopping mall, retail, communities, entertainment developer and operator in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia regions. With over 43,000 people, revenues of over US$ 11 Billion, and operations in 18 countries. Some of the iconic brands we carry include Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, All Saints, Lego, City Center, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch, &amp; Vox Cinemas. We believe in making Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.
 
 
 
 JOB TITLE
 
 
 
 Category Manager | MAF LifeStyle | Planning and Merchandising
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE SUMMARY
 
 
 
 The Category Manager will be responsible for analyzing multi-dimensional plans, including sales performance, gross margin, and inventory, across wholesale partners and regional markets. The role collaborates closely with the Buying, Commercial and retail partners to maximize profitability through effective planning, forecasting, and trading of assortments. It is responsible for managing deliveries, allocations, and replenishment in line with agreed wholesale plans
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
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 Ensure accurate demand forecasts for wholesale partners by analyzing sales trends, order patterns, and market performance.
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 Monitor sell-in and sell-out performance by account, identifying risks and opportunities to maximize sell-through and minimize excess inventory.
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 Coordinate with Logistics to ensure on-time delivery and accurate fulfilment of wholesale orders
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 Develop and maintain weekly and monthly sales, stock, and intake (WSSI) reports specific to wholesale accounts
 </li>
 <li>
 Support planning and execution of end-of-season stock clearance, ensuring alignment with margin targets and partner commitments
 </li>
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 Work closely with Finance to validate margins and assess the impact of discounts, markdowns, and promotions on trade profitability.
 </li>
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 Develop and maintain strong inter and intra departmental relationships for open and effective sharing of information and follow up actions.
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 Build and maintain strong relationships with wholesale partners to understand sales trends, demand drivers, and product preferences.
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 REQUIREMENTS
 
 
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 Graduate degree in a related field preferably business or finance
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 2- 4 years of experience in Category Manager / Distribution Planner role
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 Experience in a Retail environment is mandatory
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 Previous experience in a Beauty and Skincare retail environment is required
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 Experience in Distribution and Wholesale is mandatory
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 WHAT WE OFFER
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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Category Manager - Beauty

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