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SAHAR ENTERPRISES LLC

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):<ul><li>Support preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans.</li><li>Perform detailed variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and present key findings with actionable insights to management.</li><li>Develop financial models to assess new initiatives, pricing strategies, and cost optimization opportunities.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly and quarterly business performance review reports for management.</li></ul>2. Sales & Trade Spend Analysis:<ul><li>Monitor and analyse trade spends, rebates, and promotional investments in collaboration with Sales and Marketing teams.</li><li>Evaluate ROI of trade and marketing programs and recommend optimal allocation strategies for maximum profitability.</li><li>Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop financial models supporting future campaigns and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Track channel-wise, region-wise, and SKU-level performance to identify growth and margin improvement opportunities.</li></ul>3. Business Partnering & Strategy Support:<ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate business cases, focusing on SKU-wise value chain analysis, channel performance, and market-driven pricing strategies.</li><li>Provide decision support for new product launches, market entries, channel expansion, and marketing activities.</li><li>Participate in commercial planning meetings and contribute insights for trade terms and pricing negotiations.</li></ul>4. Reporting, Compliance & Systems:<ul><li>Ensure accurate, timely, and consistent reporting of financial data to management.</li><li>Maintain accuracy and integrity of data within ERP and BI systems (SAP, Oracle, Power BI, etc.).</li></ul>

Financial Planning Analyst

Bacardi

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 [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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 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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 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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 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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 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.
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Demand Planning Analyst - MEA

Loyal To Cumbria

Key Responsibilities
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<li>Conduct comprehensive analyses of market trends, competitors, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities and potential risks.</li>
<li>Support the development and execution of annual and long-term strategic plans.</li>
<li>Evaluate new business models, partnerships, and investment opportunities through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and ROI assessments.</li>
<li>Develop strategic frameworks to guide executive decision-making and prioritization of key initiatives.</li>
</ul>
Performance Measurement
<ul>
<li>Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess organizational progress toward strategic goals.</li>
<li>Create and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and reports that provide senior leadership with visibility into strategic outcomes.</li>
<li>Perform variance analyses and identify root causes for performance deviations.</li>
</ul>
Research &amp; Insights
<ul>
<li>Gather and interpret data from internal systems, market intelligence platforms, and third-party research.</li>
<li>Summarize insights and present findings to leadership in a clear, data-driven narrative.</li>
<li>Benchmark performance against industry peers and best practices.</li>
</ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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<li>Partner with Finance, Operations, Marketing, and other departments to align strategy with execution.</li>
<li>Participate in strategic initiatives, workshops, and special projects across the organization.</li>
<li>Support business case development for new initiatives and organizational changes.</li>
</ul>
Skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities (written and verbal).
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort working with senior executives and cross-functional teams.

Strategic Planning Analyst

Transguard Group

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 Transguard Group was established in 2001 and has diversified significantly, we lead in the fields of Cash Services, Security Services, Manpower Services, Facilities Management &amp; Aviation. Transguard Group is the UAE&rsquo;s most trusted business support and outsourcing provider and has a large, dynamic and culturally diverse workforce with 50,000 employees!
 
 
 
 
 
 We are currently recruiting for an
 
 Analyst - Planning
 
 to join our Logistics Services team in our HQ, located in DAFZA, Dubai Airport Free Zone.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Scope
 
 
 
 Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Analyst &ndash; Planning plays a key role in supporting the Transport planning function within the Transguard group.
 
 
 This role is responsible for overseeing route planning and the execution of transport plans across business units, while also providing comprehensive support for the deployment and optimization of the Transport Management System (TMS).
 
 
 In addition, the Analyst will manage GPS and TMS based reporting for Business units, drivers, vehicles, and depots on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, including ad hoc reporting needs. A critical part of the role includes developing GPS and TMS data into Power BI (or equivalent platforms) to ensure the transport have access to a robust and actionable of operational reports.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Financial
 
 
 
 Direct Impact:
 
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 Cost Optimization: Efficient route planning reduces fuel consumption, overtime costs, and vehicle wear and tear.
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 Resource Utilization: Maximizing vehicle and driver usage improves ROI on fleet investments.
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 Penalty Avoidance: Timely deliveries help avoid SLA breach penalties and customer compensation.
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 Indirect Impact:
 
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 Operational Efficiency: Better planning leads to fewer delays and disruptions, reducing indirect costs like rescheduling or customer service escalations.
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 Data-Driven Decisions: Use of Power BI and analytics supports strategic cost-saving initiatives and budget forecasting.
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 Customer
 
 
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 Develop and execute daily transport plans, optimizing routes and schedules based on operational requirements and vehicle availability.
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 Monitor real-time vehicle movements using GPS tracking systems, respond proactively to delays, route deviations, or breakdowns.
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 Analyze transport data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
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 Create and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI to track KPIs such as delivery performance, vehicle utilization, fuel consumption, and SLA adherence.
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 Collaborate with drivers, depot teams, and customer service to ensure smooth coordination and communication.
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 Maintain accurate records of transport activities including trip logs, GPS data, and maintenance schedules.
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 Ensure compliance with transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
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 Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven decision-making and process enhancements.
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 Predictive Analytics: Uses historical data to forecast demand, peak times, and resource needs
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 Process
 
 
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 Planning &amp; Scheduling: Streamlines daily transport operations using data and automation.
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 Real-Time Monitoring: GPS integration allows dynamic adjustments to routes and schedules.
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 Reporting &amp; Compliance: Ensures accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory standards.
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 Innovation
 
 
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 Technology Integration: Leverages GPS systems and Power BI for smarter, data-driven transport planning.
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 Automation: Reduces manual planning efforts through system-driven route optimization.
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 Continuous Improvement: Identifies inefficiencies and implements corrective actions based on performance data.
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 Selection Criteria
 
 
 
 
 
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 Degree or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
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 Proven experience in Transport planning, logistics coordination, or fleet management.
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 Strong proficiency in GPS tracking systems and transport management software.
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 Advanced skills in Power BI, Excel, and data visualization tools.
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 Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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 Strong communication and organizational skills.
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 Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic operational needs.
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Analyst - Planning

Sharp Middle East FZE

Support SHARP Middle East CED&#x27;s BPA (Business Planning Analyst) Sales Administration team by managing daily tasks related to data management and data transferability. The position holder acts as a focal point from Sales Admin to Sales and PSI teams to supply and receive Sales Order information as well as factory orders. The position holder&#x27;s efforts play a critical role in optimizing the sales operation process and is crucial to the continuity of the sales cycle. The position holder implements sales operation strategies and frameworks, analyzes sales operation data to align sales operations with business objectives and drive seamless execution. The position holder frequently fosters strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and potential business partners. Strategic and Planning· Implement the BPA (Business Planning Analyst) functional strategy in line with business vision, mission, and corporate objectives.· Ensure that the overall business strategy is translated into annual BPA operational business plans and the performance is monitored to ensure business plans are in line with the overall strategy.Policy, Procedures, Process and Systems· Implement BPA functional policy, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all BPA functional areas in line with SHARP&#x27;s policies to ensure fulfilment of all relevant procedural/legislative requirements while delivering quality and cost-effective service in a consistent manner.Compliance· Manage BPA compliance frameworks and programs within the BPA department, ensuring alignment with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards.· Establish reporting mechanisms to proactively monitor and report on risk and compliance issues within the BPA department and collaborate with senior leadership to escalate critical matters for timely resolution, while also offering recommendations for mitigation.B. Core Responsibilities:Purchase Inventory Planning· Communicate closely with supplier to clarify and secure timely production versus SHARP Purchase Order· Collaborate with Products and Sales Admin teams to implement operations strategies and plans.· Assist in monitoring and updating the database system in a timely and accurate manner to ensure business continuity and data transparency.· Communicate with suppliers and forwarding agents to secure timely shipments.Process Optimization· Streamline and optimize sales processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.· Implement sales automation tools and technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.· Identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement in the sales pipeline and propose solutions.Purchase and Inventory Analytics and Reporting· Collect, and analyze orders and inventory data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.· Generate regular reports and dashboards to provide visibility into performance.· Ensure accurate and timely calculation and payment documentation of purchasing orders.· Timely preparation of Purchase Orders and raising payment requests.Financial Reporting and Analysis· Develop and prepare initial analysis of statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.· Prepare and analyze order reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.C. Development Responsibilities:Culture· Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.· Create and foster a collaborative work environment within the BPA team.Self-Development· Continuously invest in personal growth, skills enhancement, and knowledge acquisition to stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologiesCommunication/Collaboration· Facilitate effective communication within the BPA team and with other departments.

Senior Administrative Assistant

T.Choithram & Sons LLC

We are looking for a detail-oriented Reporting Analyst – Finance to assist the Sr. Finance Manager in delivering key financial reporting and planning activities. The ideal candidate will support month-end closing, financial planning and analysis, and help drive accurate and timely reporting in collaboration with cross-functional teams.<ul><li>Assist the Sr. Finance Manager with financial reporting and month-end closing in compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Support financial planning and analysis, including monthly MIS preparation, annual budgeting, and forecasting cycles.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to ensure data accuracy and integrity.</li><li>Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and support other finance-related tasks as needed.</li><li>Demonstrate strong knowledge of General Ledger (GL), cash flow management, Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, and accounting principles.</li></ul>

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