manager of planning

Gloria Jean's Coffees

Position: Manager of Merchandise Planning AnalyticsAs a key member of the planning function, you will be responsible for delivering accurate sales and supply forecasts, driving data-based insights, and ensuring optimal inventory levels across the business.Key Responsibilities - Develop sales, supply, and write-off forecasts using historical data, current market trends, and seasonal patterns. - Analyze sales dynamics and supply chain performance, identifying deviations, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement. - Evaluate and interpret key factors impacting sales volumes, including pricing, assortment, promotions, logistics, and external influences. - Prepare and deliver regular analytical reports and dashboards for senior management and cross-functional teams. - Generate actionable insights and recommendations aimed at optimizing inventory levels and improving supply planning accuracy. - Collaborate closely with logistics, operations, and strategic planning teams to ensure forecast accuracy and alignment of supply and sales plans.Candidate Requirements - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, Power Query, and data visualization. - Experience building and analyzing dashboards using Power BI, Google Data Studio, Tableau, or similar BI tools. - Understanding of OLAP cube principles, with the ability to extract, aggregate, and interpret multidimensional data. - Willingness to participate in the implementation and testing of a new planning system. - English level B2 or above, with readiness for verbal communication. - Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Readiness to complete a technical assessment as part of the hiring process.Job Type: Full-time

Manager of Merchandise Planning Analytics

Electro RAK

We Are Looking for a Planning Manager &ndash; MEPWe are looking for a highly experienced Planning Manager &ndash; MEP to join our dynamic project management team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordination, and monitoring of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) activities across large-scale construction projects.Key Responsibilities:&middot; <ul><li>Prepare and manage detailed project schedules for MEP works using Primavera P6 or MS Project&middot;</li><li>Coordinate with all project stakeholders (Civil, Architectural, Structural, and MEP teams)&middot;</li><li>Develop look-ahead programs, progress monitoring tools, and recovery plans&middot;</li><li>Track project performance and handle delay analysis / EOT claims&middot;</li><li>Assist in resource and procurement planning for MEP materials and systems&middot;</li><li>Conduct regular progress meetings with consultants, subcontractors, and clients&middot;</li><li>Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and risk assessments</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Skills:&middot; <ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/Civil Engineering&middot;</li><li>8-12 years of relevant experience in MEP planning (preferably in high-rise or infrastructure projects)&middot;</li><li>Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel&middot;</li><li>Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems&middot;</li><li>Experience with delay analysis and claims is an advantage&middot;</li><li>PMP / PSP Certification is a plus&middot;</li><li>Excellent communication and coordination skills</li></ul>Location: RAK | Full-time | Immediate Start PreferredJob Type: Full-timePay: AED7,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Planning Manager

Six Construct

<div>Company Description 
Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of 16,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 19,000 worldwide. 
Job Description 
<ul><li>
Planning support for a single large/ complex project.</li><li>
Management and coordination of a project planning team.</li><li>
Preparation of detailed delay analysis work with presentations.</li><li>
Able to communicate and defend planning to project team members and client teams.</li><li>
Provide planning support for risk management.</li><li>
Planning support for multiple small/ medium projects or a single large/complex project.</li></ul>
Skills and competencies:<ul><li>
Broad construction experience across various sectors and/ or very good understanding of specific work types.</li><li>
Able to develop a WBS for a medium/ large project.</li><li>
Proven success in Extension of Time claims work using at least 1 recognised delay analysis technique.</li><li>
Awareness of Lean Planning.</li><li>
Awareness of Risk Management.</li><li>
Preparation of resource &amp; cost-loaded baseline programmes, recovery programmes, target programmes etc. for medium/ large projects.</li><li>
Manage project planning team including all 3rd party planners (JV Partners, SCs, Design Teams etc.) to meet project planning requirements.</li><li>
Demonstrate the impact of delay events and variations on the baseline programme. Provide planning input to Commercial Dept. for Extension of Time claims.</li><li>
Support the use of Last Planner system on projects.</li><li>
Perform risk analysis (Monte Carlo) using Primavera software.</li><li>
Primavera - very good skills.</li><li>
MS PowerPoint - very good.</li><li>
Primavera Risk Analysis.</li><li>
Flexibility &ndash; prepared to go on short term missions to projects, ECI &amp; Tender support as needed.</li><li>
Attitude &ndash; willing to learn, develop new skills.</li><li>
Commitment &ndash; prepared to provide planning support as needed based on long term objectives.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Degree in Civil Engineering; A Post-graduate qualification relating to planning are a plus.</li><li>
Minimum of 10 years relevant experience; 5 years minimum in a Planning Manager/ Lead Planner role.</li><li>
Excellent communication and presentation skills</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
We believe our employees are key to our success, hence, we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded &amp; engaged. Career opportunities &amp; training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration.</div>

Worley

<div>Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We&rsquo;re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
<div>The Planning &amp; Scheduling Manager is responsible for leading the planning and scheduling function, ensuring the development, coordination, and control of project schedules in alignment with contractual, technical, and quality requirements. This role provides strategic oversight, fosters cross-discipline collaboration, and drives best practices to support efficient project execution across all phases.
</div><div>Duties and Responsibilities
<ul><li>Organizes and leads Worley Planning &amp; Scheduling team to help the Customer ensure the project is effectively and technically developed to meet the contract and standards' requirements, local and international codes, timeline and budget during all project phases &ndash; design, installation, testing and commissioning.
</li><li>Responsible for providing the necessary support and input to Worley Project Manager and team.
</li><li>Represents Worley Planning &amp; Scheduling at internal &amp; external meetings on the project.
</li><li>Establishes Planning &amp; Scheduling resource requirements and sources the necessary resources.
</li><li>Ensures Worley Planning &amp; Scheduling systems and procedures are developed and rolled out for the project and work is performed in accordance with Worley internal processes and procedures.
</li><li>Coordinates effectively with other project disciplines.
</li><li>Ensures Worley Planning &amp; Scheduling team is correctly reporting.
</li><li>Ensures that the Worley Planning &amp; Scheduling team and any 3rd party subcontractors adhere to the overall project execution plan and project quality plan.
</li><li>Coordinates the with Customer and Worley project management team to ensure proper support in schedule management and adherence for the project.
</li><li>Ensures accuracy and timeliness of schedule management by the assigned Worley employees
</li>Gathers data from Worley project management and other organizations to ascertain issues impacting the project schedule. 
<li>
 
</li></ul></div>Experience and Qualifications
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in Engineering, Business or equivalent.
</li><li>Strong technical, legal and commercial skills;
</li><li>10+ years of experience in planning &amp; scheduling and experience effectively managing and working in multi-cultural teams.
</li><li>Nuclear power plant experience is required.
</li>Excellent communication and negotiation ability. 
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</li></ul>Special Job Requirements
<ul><li>Ability to manage issues to closure in a multi-cultural, ambiguous environment.
</li><li>Ability to communicate, influence and persuade without formal authority.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, understanding of Russian is a plus.
</li><li>Prudent use of confidential information.
</li><li>Organized and disciplined, capability to plan and schedule tasks and events.
 
Understanding of project estimates and budgets. 
 
</li></ul>Moving forward together
We&rsquo;re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there&rsquo;s a path for you here. And there&rsquo;s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.</div>
 <ul><li>10+ years of experience in planning &amp; scheduling and experience effectively managing and working in multi-cultural teams.</li><li>
Nuclear power plant experience is required.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Business or equivalent.</li><li>
Prudent use of confidential information.</li><li>
Ability to manage issues to closure in a multi-cultural, ambiguous environment.</li></ul>

Planning & Scheduling Manager

Mace

<div>
 Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
 
 
 
 The Project
 
 
 
 This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia. This unique project consists of major mixed-use development including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.
 
 
 Mace is currently providing programme management and looking for high-calibre experienced people. We are hiring an ambitious and forward-thinking planning manager to join our established and growing team in Saudi.
 
 
 The role needs to have the ability to play a key role in multidisciplinary teams and take a lead role in creating plans or analysing trends using numerical and statistical techniques.
 
 
 To deputise for the senior planning manager in leading and supervising a team of professionals delivering planning/schedule management services. This is for a Saudi national only.
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll Be Responsible For
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Applying the specific planning/scheduling methods, techniques and tools.
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 Advising on complex requirements and communicating analysis and corrective measures effectively.
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 Managing the planning/scheduling delivery of medium/high projects/programmes.
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 Providing effective and timely advice to clients.
 </li>
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 Understanding the data management.
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 Providing excellent attention to detail and ability to validate and check schedule management inputs, recording and reports produced, providing basic commentary and analysis.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 You&rsquo;ll Need To Have
 
 
 
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 Holds a degree in construction or equivalent field experience, with professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, or similar.
 </li>
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 Leads the application of planning and scheduling methodologies, tools, and techniques across projects.
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 Demonstrates strong expertise in project controls, including planning/scheduling and earned value management (EVM).
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Please note:
 
 Obtaining a visa in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is subject to a criminal record check, qualifications and may encounter age restrictions.
 
 
 
 Our values
 
 
 
 
 Safety first - Going home safe and well:
 
 We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
 
 
 
 Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
 
 We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
 
 
 
 Integrity - Always do the right thing:
 
 We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
 
 
 
 Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
 
 We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
 
 
 Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
 
 
</div>

Assistant Planning Manager

Landmark Group

<div>
 
 Dear Applicants, Homecentre Landmark group, Is looking for General Manager Planning to join their team, interested candidates can apply through this link
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Title:: General Manager _Planning _Homecentre
 
 
 Experience: 10-15+years (mandate home retail experience)
 
 
 Location: Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 
 
 Job description:
 
 
 Overseeing the day to day running of the Planning team (Kids/Household/Furniture) and working with heads of other departments to drive the long term strategy of the business and improve the Home Centre customer experience.
 
 
 Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 1. Strategic Role
 
 
 Formulate and agree on the Concept/Territory strategic guidelines in conjunction with senior.
 
 
 Oversee the smooth day to day running of the planning department, working to ensure that we have the right amount of quantity, in the right place at the right time.
 
 
 Developing and coaching the planning team in order to ensure they understand the fundamentals of the planning function and use these fundamentals to drive the business strategy.
 
 
 Work with the heads of the other departments internally such as buying, supply chain, marketing and VM to develop new efficiencies and processes that can help drive the long term strategy of the business.
 
 
 Work hand in hand with Concept planning and LMIT to help develop and introduce new system solutions that can improve the efficiency of the planning department in line with the unique requirements of the long term Home Centre strategy
 
 
 In line with the territories and concept finance, develop realistic and achievable budgets in line with the overall home centre strategy. Manage these budgets over the season to ensure that financial targets such as sales, profit and margin are achieved.
 
 
 Work with buying and supply chain to develop more cost effective and efficient sourcing strategies in the long term.
 
 
 In line with supply chain and logistics, manage the smooth flow of stock, ensuring that sales targets are achieved without an unnecessary high stock holding within the supply chain.
 
 
 Ensure that availability is maintained on all critical (K) lines across all territories, as identified in the long term buying strategy.
 
 
 Determine and agree on high-level Concept Strategic Plan Targets with the CEO and Finance manager in the following areas: Sales, Sales Margin, Stock Holdings, Stock Turn, Promotional events, Price Inflation, New Stores Planned and Merchandise Strategy
 
 
 Work with other departments within the business to develop and maintain a business Calendar and ensure discipline and implementation of critical patch deadlines.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 2. Planning (Seasonally)
 
 
 Prepare a Post Seasonal Analysis of past performance at Concept/Territory and Department levels down to Class/Sub-Class and Item levels.
 
 
 Manage, Guide and approve each of the Planning activities below.
 
 
 Propose Seasonal Strategies on Sales, Price point, Supplier, Brands, Size, Colour and Assortment Dimensions (Where applicable) at Concept/Territory levels down to Class/Sub-Class levels together with the Buyers
 
 
 Prepare and Propose Seasonal Budgets derived and validated on MFP at Concept/Territory levels down to Class/Sub-Class levels based on the approved Strategy to match the Financial targets set for Sales, Opening/Closing Stocks, Inflows, Forward covers and Sales Margins
 
 
 Prepare Store Grading at Class/Subclass levels to determine the Width and Depth of Ranges for Large, Medium and Small stores with Order quantities (where applicable) in line with the range frame tool.
 
 
 Prepare and share a Theoretical Range Plan with the Buyers to finalise a Buy Plan (Range Plan) by month at Class/Subclass levels to match the Strategy Plans for Quantities, Options, Prices, Suppliers and financial parameters (OTB/Inflows) set by Month.
 
 
 Prepare reports to measure actuals against plan for In Season management of all of the above.(where applicable)
 
 
 Ensure adherence to Merchandise standards and procedures
 
 
 Prepare a Post Seasonal Analysis of past performance at Concept/Territory and Department levels down to Class/Sub-Class and Item levels.
 
 
 Discuss and prepare a SWOT analysis of the above and document action plans in preparation for the Strategic Planning Process
 
 
 
 
 
 3. In Season Management (Daily / Weekly)
 
 
 Monitor Orders being placed against Open to Buy targets by the month on the Buy Plan ensuring that the Orders are placed timeously and according to assortment plans. (Daily/Weekly)
 
 
 Weekly forecasting on MFP down to Territory/subclass level in order to identify exceptions to be addressed i.e performance/ underperformance in sales pattern. Stockholdings, Forward Covers, and Inflows and propose actions on out-of-line situations to the Buyers in a weekly Department meeting with action to be taken by the Planner (where Applicable)
 
 
 Monitor Good and Bad selling Items to agreed parameters and propose actions to be taken on Reorders or Price Adjustments for Slow sellers.(Weekly) .
 
 
 Ensure the availability of all replenishment items and that a scheduled review of Replenishment Orders take place to ensure availability and that there are no stockouts. (Weekly)
 
 
 Check that all stock received in Territories is allocated to Stores and is selling, discuss out of line situations with the Buyers and inform Territories of out of line situations for action to be taken (Weekly).
 
 
 4. In Season Management (Monthly)
 
 
 Monitor Seasonal Budget performance against Plan and forecast taking into account past performance and trends for Sales, Opening and Closing Stocks, and monthly Inflows/Open to Buy (monthly) (Where Applicable).
 
 
 Agree with the buying department on any adjustments to be made or actions to be taken in order to maintain a profitable operation. These workings are to be presented to Management at the monthly trading meetings.
 
 
 Prepare and attend a Monthly Management Trading Meeting to give feedback on Department performance and actions to be taken on out-of-line situations together with the buyer to management.
 
 
 5. Store/Competitor Visits.
 
 
 Visit Terr/Stores on an agreed frequency to be abreast with Product performance and trends.
 
 
 Be in tune with Territory /Store-specific requirements with regard to Quantity, Range, Price, and Customer base
 
 
 Visit Competitors to identify their Range Composition, Options and Prices.
 
 
 Report findings and out-of-line situations to the buyer and as a team put together an action plan to resolve the situation
 
 
 6. Systems Maintenance and Enhancement.
 
 
 Ensure that there are adequate reports to measure performance to plan for all of the above
 
 
 Ensure that planning applications are used and data integrity is sound.
 
 
 Ensure that any additional System requirements are communicated to the Central Planning Dept manager.
 
 
 All planning applications to be utilized effectively.
 
 
 7. People Management
 
 
 Manage and Support Team Recruitment and development.
 
 
 Set responsibility areas for direct reports and conduct performance appraisal
 
 
 Review and provide regular feedback on staff&rsquo;s performance against expectations
 
 
 Oversee staff development and drive motivation level of the team
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications for Internal Candidates
 
 
 Postgraduate or Graduate,10 -15 years relevant experience of which at least 8 years should have been in a Planning role in the home retail industry.
 
</div>

General Manager _Planning

Concentrix

<div><div><div>Other
Workforce Management (WFM)
</div><div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Egypt
</div></div><div><div>Language</div>
<div>English
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div>
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Summary</h2>
The WFM Manager drives CRM contact performance and WFM Process maturity through implementation and maintenance of best practice WFM across the location accounts under the supervision and alignment of the Geo Leader. They can move across multiple industry verticals and WFM platforms in a multi-skill, multimedia environment, while building solid relationships with both our internal cross-functional teams and our client partners. The WFM Manager ensures WFM practice balances the needs of the client, business and the needs of our agents as optimally as possible, driving continual improvement and adaptation.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Description</h2><div>
Job Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Set strategic direction and manages overall delivery of Capacity Planning, scheduling, and WFM related metrics of the accounts within the location.</li><li>
Stands as representative and Point of Contact for the clients they manage their business for the WFM part.</li><li>
Work with key stakeholders to ensure WFM initiative and priorities are aligned and delivered to meet contractual requirements.</li><li>
Work with the onsite and offshore WFM team to provide Planning and scheduling requirements for each account.</li><li>
Responsible for driving achievement of resource planning metrics.</li><li>
Brief management on status of WFM functions and metrics.</li><li>
Coordinates with Operations (Operational Managers) DPE/ Account Management and Clients to ensure WFM processes and practices are in place and properly executed.</li><li>
Educating both their Direct reports and other functions stake holders about pre-defined process and procedures by Senior leadership of WFM.</li><li>
Identify and leverage best practices.</li><li>
Ensure effective use of resources and automated systems.</li><li>
Implements productivity and revenue increase by driving efficiency and other related initiatives.</li><li>
Act as escalation point to address and resolve WFM support matters for the program.</li><li>
Manage and ensure delivery of the executions of WFM plans, ensuring the onsite and offshore team is meeting deliverables and deadlines.</li><li>
Manage the ongoing development of the onsite WFM Teams (Employee satisfaction, upskilling).</li></ul>
Essential Criteria<ul><li>
WFM of Solutions experience; demonstrate a clear understanding and first-hand experience of workforce management principles and processes in the following primary functional areas:</li><li>
C1 English</li><li>
Must have worked in Capacity Planning role.</li><li>
Must have extensive Experience in a Work Force Management roles (Planning &amp; Scheduling ones in particular)</li><li>
WFM Reporting with strong MS Excel knowledge.</li><li>
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft PowerPoint and Presentation Aspects.</li><li>
Proven Client communication experience</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge and experience of WFM Applications (IEX, ECP and CMAP) / Call centre tools / ACD Switch.</li></ul>
. client facing experience
.Must be able to work US hours (Night shift starts anywhere between 2 PM and 7 PM CLT)
.Hybrid model WAH &amp; Samco site (5th settlement city)
Desirable Criteria<ul><li>
MS Office: Advanced Excel, experiences using other MS applications.</li><li>
Practical Experience of WFM Applications: ECP, CMAP and NICE IEX Total view preferred.</li><li>
Knowledge of reporting tool and processes.</li><li>
Prior experience in a management / supervisory capacity.</li></ul></div></div></div>

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