planning engineer

warehouse manager

purchase executive

planning manager

merchandiser

retail planner

AlFahim HQ

<div>
 
 The Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing merchandise and assortment plans that align with the brand strategy, maximize sales and profitability, and ensure optimal inventory levels across stores and online channels. This role combines analytical expertise with commercial awareness to drive business performance through effective planning and stock management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 1. Merchandise &amp; Assortment Planning
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop seasonal and annual merchandise plans by category, store, and channel in line with business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with Buyers and Brand Managers to build assortments that reflect brand identity, customer preferences, and market trends.
 </li>
 <li>
 Define product mix, pricing strategy, and depth per store cluster to achieve balanced stock distribution.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 2. Sales, Stock &amp; Margin Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Set and manage sales, margin, and inventory targets for each category.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze weekly and monthly performance to identify risks, opportunities, and required actions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor sell-through and initiate replenishment, markdowns, or promotions to optimize stock turns.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure timely allocation and replenishment of merchandise to stores and e-commerce.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 3. Forecasting &amp; Analysis
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Forecast demand and stock requirements based on sales trends, seasonal peaks, and promotional plans.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare OTB (Open-to-Buy) plans to control inventory investment and maintain healthy stock levels.
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 <li>
 Provide post-season analysis and lessons learned to improve future planning cycles.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 4. Collaboration &amp; Communication
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work closely with Buying, Retail Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth product flow from purchase to sales floor.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with Finance on budgeting, margin analysis, and profitability tracking.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicate key findings, reports, and recommendations to management regularly.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 5. Systems &amp; Reporting
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Utilize planning tools and ERP systems to track inventory, sales, and margin data.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate product and pricing information across systems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop dashboards and reports to support business decisions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 </li>
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 Min 3&ndash;5 years of experience in merchandise planning within fashion or retail industry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical and numerical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
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 <li>
 Experience with ERP or planning systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar).
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 <li>
 Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Merchandise Planner – Fashion Retail

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

What You ll Experience <ul>
<li>An introduction to the luxury retail industry</li>
<li>Store visits and shadowing on the retail floor</li>
<li>Insights into various corporate departments</li>
<li>Interactive Q&amp;A sessions with industry professionals</li>
<li>Career path guidance and skills-building workshops</li>
</ul> Who Should Apply <ul>
<li>High school students (ages 15 18)</li>
<li>Curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn</li>
<li>Interested in exploring careers in fashion, retail, or business</li>
</ul> <ul>
</ul> <ul>
</ul>

Luxury Retail Reimagined

Choco Zen

<div>
 
 We are looking for a
 
 Demand Planner
 
 to join our growing business based in
 
 Dubai
 
 . This role is responsible for creating accurate demand forecasts, managing stock levels, and ensuring smooth coordination between sales, supply chain, and production teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in
 
 FMCG demand planning
 
 , and a deep understanding of the
 
 dynamics of retail, HoReCa, and modern trade distribution
 
 .
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 Forecasting &amp; Demand Planning:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain
 
 demand forecasts
 
 for all SKUs based on historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and promotional activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with
 
 sales, marketing, and production teams
 
 to align forecasts with business objectives and upcoming campaigns.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and adjust forecasts regularly to reflect changes in
 
 sales trends, new product launches, and retail activities
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Inventory &amp; Stock Management:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintain optimal
 
 inventory levels
 
 to ensure product availability while minimizing overstock and expiry risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify slow-moving and fast-moving SKUs and take proactive steps to optimize stock rotation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with the
 
 procurement and logistics teams
 
 to plan purchase orders and production schedules.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Data Analysis &amp; Reporting:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Analyze
 
 sales data, distributor orders, and retail sell-out trends
 
 to support more accurate forecasting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Generate
 
 weekly and monthly reports
 
 on forecast accuracy, stock status, and key performance indicators.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide actionable insights to reduce waste, improve forecasting precision, and support profitability.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 System &amp; Process Improvement:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure accurate and timely data entry in
 
 demand planning and ERP systems
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the development of
 
 forecasting tools and dashboards
 
 to automate and improve planning accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the continuous improvement of demand planning processes and SOPs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Skills:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree
 
 in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 2&ndash;4 years of experience
 
 in demand planning, inventory management, or supply chain within the
 
 FMCG or food industry
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong proficiency in
 
 Microsoft Excel
 
 ; knowledge of
 
 ERP systems
 
 (Zoho, SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent
 
 analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple product lines.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Why Join Us?
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Be part of a
 
 fast-growing, innovative chocolate and food brand
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Work in a collaborative environment with exposure to
 
 retail, wholesale, and e-commerce channels
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive
 
 salary, benefits, and career advancement opportunities
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunity to contribute to strategic planning and process optimization in a
 
 dynamic, data-driven role
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-time
 
 
 If you're a
 
 detail-oriented demand planner
 
 with a passion for balancing supply with strategy, apply now and be part of our sweet success story!
 
</div>

Demand Planner – Chocolate Distribution | Dubai

Intellectual Capital Hr Consulting

Urgent : Supply Chain Planner (Frozen Food) @ Sharjah / Dubai , UAE Our client is one of the first ice cream manufacturing plants in the Middle East. Today, they are one of the largest private label manufacturers in the region with direct distribution in the UAE across all channels. Direct distribution reaches 6,000+ retail outlets in UAE &amp; around 9,000+ outlets in the G.C.C. They have extended distribution to neighboring GCC countries such as Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait &amp; Qatar, &amp; African continent including Congo, Tanzania, Ethiopia &amp; other countries such as UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Mauritius etc. Location: Sharjah / Dubai , UAE We are seeking a hands-on &amp; detail-oriented Supply Chain Planner @ Sharjah , UAE Qualification &amp; Experience <ul> <li>Graduate + MBA / PG from a reputed institute with specialization in Supply</li> </ul> Chain Operations <ul> <li>Work Experience: relevant 5-7 years from Ice Cream industry or F&amp;B industry</li> </ul> Role &amp; Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Organizing, Overseeing &amp; Planning the entire Demand to Supply process</li> <li>Work closely with the Sales Head / Channel Heads (Aggregators, E-commerce, Q-commerce, Retail, HORECA) to understand, verify &amp; analyze their Demand; prepare Accurate Demand Forecasting for the respective Sales Channels</li> <li>Based on the Demand, plan the Material Requirement</li> <li>Work closely with the Procurement team for them to source the required raw material &amp; dry goods</li> <li>Work closely with the Production Manager for timely Production Planning for all SKUs</li> <li>Work with the Logistics team to ensure effective &amp; timely distribution of finished goods making them available at all hubs in a timely manner</li> </ul> You are requested to E Mail updated Resume with the following details <ul> <li>Current Location</li> <li>Pl. Confirm you are ready to work in Sharjah / Dubai , U.A.E</li> <li>Gender: Male / Female</li> <li>Total Supply Chain Planning experience in Food &amp; Beverage (F&amp;B) industry (In years)</li> <li>Relevant Supply Chain Planning experience in Ice Cream / Frozen Food industry (In years)</li> <li>Can you organize , oversee &amp; plan the entire Demand to Supply process? </li> <li>Relevant experience in preparing Accurate Demand Forecasting for the respective Sales Channels : Aggregators, E-commerce, Q-commerce, Retail, HORECA (In years)</li> <li>Relevant experience in Material planning , Based on the Demand &amp; source the required raw material , consumable &amp; Packaging Material (In years)</li> <li>Relevant experience in Production Planning for multiple SKUs (In years)</li> <li>Relevant experience in working with the logistics team to ensure effective &amp; timely distribution of finished goods &amp; availability at all hubs in a timely manner(In years)</li></ul>

Supply Chain Planner

Who we are GMG is a global well being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries, including notable home grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain. Role Summary This role will be responsible for developing and executing category plans to drive sales and profitability within the assigned product categories. You will collaborate with cross functional teams, including marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance, to ensure the successful implementation of category strategies. Your goal is to optimize product assortments, pricing, promotions, and merchandising to meet consumer needs and achieve business objectives. Category Strategy Development <ul><li>Develop and implement category plans based on market analysis, consumer insights, and company objectives.</li><li>Identify growth opportunities within the category and create action plans to capitalize on them.</li></ul> Market Analysis and Insights <ul><li>Conduct market research to understand consumer behavior, market trends, and competitive landscape.</li><li>Analyze sales data, market share, and other performance metrics to inform category decisions.</li></ul> Assortment Planning & Analytics <ul><li>Analyze and optimize product assortments to meet consumer demand and maximize sales.</li></ul> Pricing and Promotions <ul><li>Develop pricing strategies to ensure competitiveness and profitability.</li><li>Plan and execute promotional activities to drive sales and enhance brand visibility.</li></ul> Merchandising and Planogram Development <ul><li>Create and implement effective merchandising plans to enhance the shopper experience.</li><li>Review planograms and ensure compliance across all retail locations.</li></ul> Cross Functional Collaboration <ul><li>Work closely with marketing, sales, supply chain, and finance teams to align category strategies with overall business goals.</li><li>Communicate category plans and performance to key stakeholders.</li></ul> Inventory Management <ul><li>Monitor inventory levels and work with supply chain to ensure optimal stock levels.</li><li>Manage product lifecycle, including new product introductions and discontinuations.</li></ul> Performance Tracking and Reporting <ul><li>Track category performance and provide regular reports to management.</li><li>Analyze the effectiveness of category initiatives and make data driven recommendations for improvement.</li></ul> Technical Competencies <ul><li>SAP Business Objects / BI - Advanced Understanding.</li><li>MS Office - Excel & Power BI.</li><li>Integrated Business Planning Tools.</li></ul> Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full time Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries Retail Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Planner - Everyday Goods Food Retail

Abdulla Al Arif Investment

Job DescriptionRoles &amp; Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in Preparation of Tender Programmes as per the Tender documents requirement.</li><li>Coordinate with Sr. planner/ Planner for preparation of detailed programmes as per contract requirements.</li><li>Propose the Productivity sheet for the Project.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner for calculating the manpower requirements (trade wise) as per the defined productivity.</li><li>Preparation of a weight system.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner for loading the manpower, major quantities, Weightage and cost over the activities of the Programme of work (as required).</li><li>Estimating the projects cash flow</li><li>Preparation of the projects measurement tools like S-curve, Tabular reports, histograms, and other KPI&rsquo;s.</li><li>Highlight the Critical path(s) and take the necessary actions with coordination of other Project key staff.</li><li>Insure that QHSE requirements are integrated to the Programmes.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner for preparation of Internal Programme of Works (if required).</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner Assistant for issuing the subcontractor&rsquo;s programmes with coordination of Procurement engineers.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner/ Planner Assistant for preparing the weekly/monthly reports.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner/ Planner Assistant for preparing the internal Planning reports.</li><li>Highlighting the Critical/ Longest Path to Planning Manager on Weekly Basis before issuance of the Weekly/ Monthly report.</li><li>Highlighting the Area of Concerns to Planning Manager on Weekly Basis before issuance of the Weekly/ Monthly report.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner for forecasting the future problems and inform the Planning Manager to take the necessary actions.</li><li>Monitor the manpower &amp; equipment and make sure that they are correct as per Project/ Site conditions.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner for updating the Projects cash flow.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner/ Planner for preparation of Planning related correspondences to Client/ Engineer/ Sub-consultant/ Subcontractors/ and other parties.</li><li>Attending the required meetings.</li><li>Attending the required Audits.</li><li>Preparation of Notices for EoT.</li><li>Coordinate with the Sr. planner for Preparation of EoT claims.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED30,000.00 - AED35,000.00 per month

Planning Manager (Civil)

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