supply chain planner

The Hershey Company

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

Demand Planner - Middle East & Africa

Unilever

<div>ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people &ndash; we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don&rsquo;t believe in the &lsquo;one size fits all&rsquo; approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do &ndash; creating a better business and a better world. The Execution planner champions the voice of planning at Unilever and third-party manufacturing locations. Equipped with strong collaboration, negotiation and trade-off analysis, this role drives cross functional synchronization in the supply chain. Also, this role spearheads the future readiness of our supply network (factories and suppliers).
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE<ul><li>
Production Scheduling: Create and manage production schedules that optimize resource use and minimize downtime. Maintain &gt;90% Output Reliability (OR) and ensuring seamless execution of production plans</li><li>
Long Term Capacity Planning: Manage factory long term capacity planning as per long term FC signal and business plan. Run capacity utilization scenario planning for both domestic &amp; exports volumes.</li><li>
Customer Service Support: Ensure DR% and CCFOT% through 100% stock availability as per shipment plan</li><li>
Factory Collaboration: Act as the on-ground liaison between Integrated planning and factory teams. Collaborate/align with factory teams on (calendar and labour), MRP and MPS for line scheduling &amp; planned shutdowns</li><li>
Decision Making &amp; Communication: Coordinate with cross-functional teams and respond quickly to disruptions.</li><li>
Innovation Execution: Coordinate with Innovation planners, demand planners and marketing teams for new product launches and ensure smooth transitions with minimum business waste in relaunch projects.</li><li>
Smart Touch Planning: Ensure adaption of IOPs tech (Kinaxis Rapid response) to achieve smart touch KPIs (NTPO, NTPP &amp; NTPPC)</li><li>
Demand Supply Reconciliation: Responsible for providing DSR signal as part of the monthly S&amp;OP cycle</li><li>
Exports Plan &amp; Coordination: Ensure smooth coordination and communication with exports team on exports demand</li><li>
Business waste &amp; OS&amp;R: Responsible to minimize SU OS&amp;R, monthly provision submission to finance and monthly OS&amp;R review with the team to track and drive actions.</li><li>
Inventory management: Ensuring optimal inventory levels for FG to avoid OS&amp;R or business waste</li><li>
Master Data Health: Maintain accurate and up-to-date master data to support planning accuracy.</li></ul>
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>
3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain. Preferably in planning.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or supply chain.</li></ul>
Skills<ul><li>
Strategic thinking and problem-solving.</li><li>
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management.</li><li>
Inventory management and capacity planning</li><li>
SAP ECC and Rapid Response (Kinaxis) proficiency.</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.</li><li>
Data analysis and visualization.</li><li>
Understanding of S&amp;OP processes and supply chain dynamics.</li><li>
Can-do/Go-get attitude and the desire to make unlikely things happen</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>
Cross functional business/sourcing/innovation process knowledge</li><li>
Time management &amp; prioritization</li></ul>
Leadership<ul><li>
You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others &ndash; both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.</li><li>
As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.</li><li>
Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviours<ul><li>
PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner&rsquo;s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.</li><li>
PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.</li><li>
CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.</li><li>
PURPOSE &amp; SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.</li><li>
AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.</li></ul></li></ul>
Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
DPC Execution Planner
Function: Integrated Planning
Work Level: 1D
Reports to: Supply Planning Assistant Manager DPC
Scope: Local Role
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Terms &amp; Conditions: Full Time 
ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people &ndash; we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don&rsquo;t believe in the &lsquo;one size fits all&rsquo; approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do &ndash; creating a better business and a better world. The Execution planner champions the voice of planning at Unilever and third-party manufacturing locations. Equipped with strong collaboration, negotiation and trade-off analysis, this role drives cross functional synchronization in the supply chain. Also, this role spearheads the future readiness of our supply network (factories and suppliers).
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE<ul><li>
Production Scheduling: Create and manage production schedules that optimize resource use and minimize downtime. Maintain &gt;90% Output Reliability (OR) and ensuring seamless execution of production plans</li><li>
Long Term Capacity Planning: Manage factory long term capacity planning as per long term FC signal and business plan. Run capacity utilization scenario planning for both domestic &amp; exports volumes.</li><li>
Customer Service Support: Ensure DR% and CCFOT% through 100% stock availability as per shipment plan</li><li>
Factory Collaboration: Act as the on-ground liaison between Integrated planning and factory teams. Collaborate/align with factory teams on (calendar and labour), MRP and MPS for line scheduling &amp; planned shutdowns</li><li>
Decision Making &amp; Communication: Coordinate with cross-functional teams and respond quickly to disruptions.</li><li>
Innovation Execution: Coordinate with Innovation planners, demand planners and marketing teams for new product launches and ensure smooth transitions with minimum business waste in relaunch projects.</li><li>
Smart Touch Planning: Ensure adaption of IOPs tech (Kinaxis Rapid response) to achieve smart touch KPIs (NTPO, NTPP &amp; NTPPC)</li><li>
Demand Supply Reconciliation: Responsible for providing DSR signal as part of the monthly S&amp;OP cycle</li><li>
Exports Plan &amp; Coordination: Ensure smooth coordination and communication with exports team on exports demand</li><li>
Business waste &amp; OS&amp;R: Responsible to minimize SU OS&amp;R, monthly provision submission to finance and monthly OS&amp;R review with the team to track and drive actions.</li><li>
Inventory management: Ensuring optimal inventory levels for FG to avoid OS&amp;R or business waste</li><li>
Master Data Health: Maintain accurate and up-to-date master data to support planning accuracy.</li></ul>
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>
3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain. Preferably in planning.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or supply chain.</li></ul>
Skills<ul><li>
Strategic thinking and problem-solving.</li><li>
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management.</li><li>
Inventory management and capacity planning</li><li>
SAP ECC and Rapid Response (Kinaxis) proficiency.</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.</li><li>
Data analysis and visualization.</li><li>
Understanding of S&amp;OP processes and supply chain dynamics.</li><li>
Can-do/Go-get attitude and the desire to make unlikely things happen</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>
Cross functional business/sourcing/innovation process knowledge</li><li>
Time management &amp; prioritization</li></ul>
Leadership<ul><li>
You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others &ndash; both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.</li><li>
As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.</li><li>
Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors<ul><li>
PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner&rsquo;s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.</li><li>
PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.</li><li>
CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.</li><li>
PURPOSE &amp; SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.</li><li>
AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.</li></ul></li></ul>
Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their &lsquo;Whole Self&rsquo; to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.</div>

Execution Planner

<div>
 
 
 ABOUT UNILEVER
 
 
 
 
 With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people &ndash; we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
 
 
 At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don&rsquo;t believe in the &lsquo;one size fits all&rsquo; approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
 
 
 
 
 JOB PURPOSE
 
 
 
 
 Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do &ndash; creating a better business and a better world. The Execution planner champions the voice of planning at Unilever and third-party manufacturing locations. Equipped with strong collaboration, negotiation and trade-off analysis, this role drives cross functional synchronization in the supply chain. Also, this role spearheads the future readiness of our supply network (factories and suppliers).
 
 
 
 
 WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Production Scheduling: Create and manage production schedules that optimize resource use and minimize downtime. Maintain &gt;90% Output Reliability (OR) and ensuring seamless execution of production plans
 </li>
 <li>
 Long Term Capacity Planning: Manage factory long term capacity planning as per long term FC signal and business plan. Run capacity utilization scenario planning for both domestic &amp; exports volumes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer Service Support: Ensure DR% and CCFOT% through 100% stock availability as per shipment plan
 </li>
 <li>
 Factory Collaboration: Act as the on-ground liaison between Integrated planning and factory teams. Collaborate/align with factory teams on (calendar and labour), MRP and MPS for line scheduling &amp; planned shutdowns
 </li>
 <li>
 Decision Making &amp; Communication: Coordinate with cross-functional teams and respond quickly to disruptions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Innovation Execution: Coordinate with Innovation planners, demand planners and marketing teams for new product launches and ensure smooth transitions with minimum business waste in relaunch projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Smart Touch Planning: Ensure adaption of IOPs tech (Kinaxis Rapid response) to achieve smart touch KPIs (NTPO, NTPP &amp; NTPPC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Demand Supply Reconciliation: Responsible for providing DSR signal as part of the monthly S&amp;OP cycle
 </li>
 <li>
 Exports Plan &amp; Coordination: Ensure smooth coordination and communication with exports team on exports demand
 </li>
 <li>
 Business waste &amp; OS&amp;R: Responsible to minimize SU OS&amp;R, monthly provision submission to finance and monthly OS&amp;R review with the team to track and drive actions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Inventory management: Ensuring optimal inventory levels for FG to avoid OS&amp;R or business waste
 </li>
 <li>
 Master Data Health: Maintain accurate and up-to-date master data to support planning accuracy.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
 
 
 
 
 
 Experiences &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain. Preferably in planning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering or supply chain.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong collaboration and stakeholder management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Inventory management and capacity planning
 </li>
 <li>
 SAP ECC and Rapid Response (Kinaxis) proficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Data analysis and visualization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of S&amp;OP processes and supply chain dynamics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Can-do/Go-get attitude and the desire to make unlikely things happen
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Cross functional business/sourcing/innovation process knowledge
 </li>
 <li>
 Time management &amp; prioritization
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others &ndash; both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
 </li>
 <li>
 As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
 </li>
 <li>
 Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviours
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner&rsquo;s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
 </li>
 <li>
 CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
 </li>
 <li>
 PURPOSE &amp; SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
 </li>
 <li>
 AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
 
 
 
 DPC Execution Planner
 
 
 
 
 Function:
 
 Integrated Planning
 
 
 
 Work Level:
 
 1D
 
 
 
 Reports to:
 
 Supply Planning Assistant Manager DPC
 
 
 
 Scope:
 
 Local Role
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
 
 
 
 Terms &amp; Conditions:
 
 Full Time
 
 
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong collaboration and stakeholder management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Inventory management and capacity planning
 </li>
 <li>
 SAP ECC and Rapid Response (Kinaxis) proficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Data analysis and visualization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of S&amp;OP processes and supply chain dynamics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Can-do/Go-get attitude and the desire to make unlikely things happen
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Cross functional business/sourcing/innovation process knowledge
 </li>
 <li>
 Time management &amp; prioritization
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others &ndash; both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
 </li>
 <li>
 As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
 </li>
 <li>
 Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner&rsquo;s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
 </li>
 <li>
 CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
 </li>
 <li>
 PURPOSE &amp; SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
 </li>
 <li>
 AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life! This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
 
 
 Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their &lsquo;Whole Self&rsquo; to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
</div>

<div>NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per job description below.
JOB SUMMARY
Plan, Purchase, schedule, and release machined and purchased parts and assemblies in accordance with operating guidelines while supporting company objectives regarding inventory, sales volume, product cost, scheduling, timely delivery, and customer requirements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Maintain effective and proper relations with suppliers or their representatives.
</li><li>Place orders and determine requirements from engineering and production schedules.
</li><li>Monitor the movement of materials through the production cycle and maintain inventory at planned levels.
</li><li>Expedite the filing of orders by suppliers to meet production.
</li><li>Administer basic procurement functions such as maintaining more than one source of supply, verifying that planned purchase orders link to demand, suggesting changes or adjustments in quantities to take advantage of price breaks and trends.
</li><li>Expanding approved vendor list throughout EHO region which may include international travel to vendor facilities.
</li><li>Release new requisitions as necessary for quotations and procurement to support required delivery of compound raw materials.
</li><li>Participate in initiatives that will reduce the length of the supply chain, improve fill rates, and optimize inventory.
</li><li>Review and release work orders per the system demand, manage the system recommended messages, as well as maintain work order dates that adhere to the metrics for the organization.
</li><li>Regularly update work order due dates based on fluctuations in in-house capacity and the delivery schedules from vendors.
</li><li>Regularly update safety stock levels, order minimums and order multiples in the system.
</li><li>Keep the Product Line Manager aware about changes in the delays at work centers/machines and/or routers that would affect the lead time of the part so that the system can be kept up to date.
</li><li>Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
</li><li>Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
</li></ul>FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES .
<ul><li>Coordinate with engineering to source new/alternative products when supply chain issues for raw materials arise.
</li><li>Commit all items and release Work Orders for in-house assembly.
</li><li>Create and maintain a production schedule for compound based of the ERP and production requirements
</li><li>Monitor work-in-process and status work orders with estimated completion dates.
</li><li>Manage ERP exceptions and system generated messages.
</li><li>Maintain and manage list of Orders that have risk to on time delivery.
</li><li>Process &ldquo;Return to Vendor&rdquo; reports and rework Non-Conformance reports. Initiate vendor chargeback and co-ordinate with various departments to process credit memos
</li><li>Maintain standard cost of individual Buy parts and coordinate with accounting to roll costs accordingly
</li><li>Process invoice discrepancies.
</li><li>Participate in interdepartmental projects/activities as assigned
</li><li>Apply best practices to maintain NOV guidelines regarding price, service, quality, and delivery.
</li></ul>BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
<ul><li>Drive for Results
</li><li>Integrity and Trust
</li><li>Business Acumen
</li><li>Strong time management and analytical skills
</li><li>Strong Written and Verbal Communication
</li></ul>TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
<ul><li>Negotiating
</li><li>Conflict Management
</li><li>Project Management
</li><li>Technical Learning
</li><li>Problem Solving
</li><li>Proficient in use of Microsoft Office suite of products.
</li></ul>EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
<ul><li>5+ years&rsquo; experience as a Buyer/Planner or equivalent experience.
</li><li>Degree in relevant studies.
</li><li>Experience working within a QMS system of ISO 9001 an asset.
</li><li>Experience with ERP system required.
</li><li>Strong MS Excel skills required.</li></ul></div>

Operations Buyer/Planner (O&G, Scheduling, Purchasing)

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 Supply Planner will be responsible for managing end-to-end supply planning and inventory operations for assigned brands within the KSA market, ensuring accuracy, availability, and cost efficiency. The role includes processing and monitoring purchase orders, following up with suppliers, managing shortages, and coordinating deliveries, transfers, and returns to vendors (RTV).
Key responsibilities also include:<ul><li>
Manage end-to-end supply planning and inventory operations for assigned brands within the KSA market.</li><li>
Process, monitor, and follow up on purchase orders, including shortages, backorders, and deliveries.</li><li>
Liaise and negotiate with suppliers to ensure timely supply and issue resolution.</li><li>
Perform store stock checks, stock analysis, and inventory reconciliations across stores and warehouses.</li><li>
Execute and track inter-store and inter-country transfers, returns to vendors (RTV), and stock liquidation activities.</li><li>
Support and present supply planning and S&amp;OP inputs.</li><li>
Calculate, track, and analyze KPIs to support decision-making.</li><li>
Maintain item creation, pricing updates, and landed cost calculations in the system.</li><li>
Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, invoices, and negative stock.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with merchandising, logistics, finance, and stock control teams.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with supply chain policies, processes, and system accuracy.</li></ul>
What you&rsquo;ll need to succeed
<ul><li>3 years of experience in retail or pharmaceutical industries</li><li>
Advanced Excel (must)</li><li>
SAP (nice to have)</li><li>
Strong analytical skills</li><li>
Strong attention to detail</li><li>
Excellent communication with the ability to influence and challenge</li><li>
Confident, adaptable, and diplomatic</li></ul>
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 - Supply Planning (Faces)

Confidential

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 Position Summary
 
 
 
 Responsible for end-to-end planning of locally sourced materials (ingredients, packaging, and indirect items) for UAE &amp; KSA operations, ensuring on-time availability, cost efficiency, and zero stock-outs. Converts demand forecasts into material plans, manages inventory, and maintains ERP data accuracy. Collaborates with procurement, production, logistics, and store teams to optimize supply chain performance and drive continuous improvement.
 
 
 Additionally, manages daily delivery operations from 3PL to retail stores and corporate clients across UAE, ensuring OTIF performance and cold-chain compliance. Coordinates schedules, monitors order fulfilment, and resolves delivery issues promptly. Oversees 3PL performance, audits compliance, and supports route optimization and cost-saving initiatives to maintain service excellence and food safety standards.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Demand &amp; Supply Planning
 
 
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 Convert rolling demand forecasts and store/corporate/production plans into material requirements plans for UAE &amp; KSA local suppliers.
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 Maintain item-level planning parameters: safety stock, reorder points, MOQ, lead times, shelf life, and temperature-control requirements.
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 Run weekly MRP, raise purchase requisitions, and coordinate POs with procurement.
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 Inventory &amp; Availability
 
 
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 Track on-hand, in-transit, and reserved stock; align with FEFO/expiry and cold-chain constraints.
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 Prevent stock-outs/overstocks by proactive exceptions management and vendor follow-up.
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 Manage indirect materials (store consumables, uniforms, cleaning, POS sundries) to store-level min/max.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Data &amp; Systems
 
 
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 Maintain accurate item master, lead times, lot sizes, and planning calendars in ERP.
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 Prepare weekly dashboards: coverage days, plan adherence, supplier OTIF, obsolescence risk, and non-moving items.
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 Support cycle counts and root-cause analysis for variances.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Logistics &amp; Delivery Coordination
 
 
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 Plan and confirm daily delivery schedules with 3PL for stores and corporate orders.
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 Prioritize urgent deliveries; manage peak season routing.
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 Ensure proper vehicle allocation for cold-chain compliance.
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 Validate delivery notes against customer orders and ERP records.
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 Monitor POD (Proof of Delivery) closure and resolve discrepancies promptly.
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 Handle urgent re-deliveries or last-minute changes with agility.
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 </ul>
 
 
 3PL Performance &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Track and report OTIF (On-Time In-Full) for all deliveries.
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 Escalate delays, shortages, or damages; initiate corrective actions.
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 Conduct weekly reviews with 3PL on SLA adherence and cost optimization.
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 Ensure cold-chain standards are maintained during transit (temperature logs, sealed packaging).
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 Verify hygiene and safety compliance of delivery vehicles.
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 Support audits and maintain documentation for food safety regulations.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Customer &amp; Store Support
 
 
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 Act as the first point of contact for store managers and corporate clients for delivery issues.
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 Coordinate returns, replacements, and reverse logistics for damaged or near-expiry items.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Continuous Improvement
 
 
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 Drive lead-time reduction, MOQ optimization, and cost-saving initiatives with Procurement.
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 Document and refine S&amp;OP handshakes, support audits and SOP updates.
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 Publish daily/weekly delivery performance dashboards (OTIF, cost per drop, temp excursions).
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 Identify route optimization and cost-saving opportunities.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related.
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 2+ years in materials planning/procurement and logistics in FMCG/F&amp;B/confectionery (preferred).
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 ERP/WMS experience; strong Excel (Pivot, basic formulas).
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 Knowledge of Incoterms, cold-chain handling, and food compliance (UAE/KSA).
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 Knowledge of UAE food safety standards and cold-chain best practices.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
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 Hands-on, responsive, and calm under pressure; strong vendor management.
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 Attention to detail with a safety/compliance mindset.
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 Clear communicator with stores, drivers, and 3PLs.
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 Problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Logistics Coordinator

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 Introduction
 
 
 
 A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio
 
 
 
 Your Role And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 As a delivery consultant working as an integral part of a project team, you will contribute to and lead all phases of the consulting lifecycle. You will play a customer-facing role and be involved in Requirement Analysis, Business Process Documentation &amp; Solution Design. You will work with and guide your project team to develop, configure and deploy the solution, and ensure project processes and deliverables in your area are met. In addition to project-related activities, you will also manage and contribute to proposal development, demonstrating the application to potential customers and play an important role in building our Supply Chain capabilities and offerings.
 
 
 As an experienced consultant you will be a self-starter and have strong functional skills in the implementation of Oracle Supply Chain Planning Cloud, backed up by proven hands-on experience, ideally across different industries. You will have the ability to work under pressure and must be able to communicate effectively with customer stakeholders.
 
 
 The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of our premier consulting firm working on the cutting edge of Cloud Implementations. You will work across a wide variety of customers and play a key role in some of the most exciting Supply Chain implementations across the Middle East region.
 
 
 
 Required Technical And Professional Expertise
 
 
 
 8+ Years of functional experience delivering Oracle Supply Chain Planning applications.
 
 
 
 Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
 
 
 
 Multiple full Oracle Cloud Implementations cycles. Experience in both Demand Management and Supply Planning is a must.
 
 
 Experience leading streams of work and delegating/ managing small teams of consultants both on-shore and off-shore.
 
 
 Demonstrated experience in Solution Design, Requirements Analysis, Functional Design, Configuration Documentation, Troubleshooting and Integration Architecture.
 
 
 Experience working with technical teams for Interface design, development and testing.
 
 
 Ability to multi-task and to work independently.
 
 
 Strong client facing, communication and client management skills.
 
 
 A good understanding of Application Implementation methodologies.
 
 
 Ability to travel to client sites.
 
 
 
 Demonstrable Functional Skills In
 
 
 
 Supply Planning
 
 
 Demand Management incl. replenishment planning
 
 
 Preferably additional functional skills in at least one of the following areas:
 
 
 S&amp;OP
 
 
 Manufacturing Scheduling
 
 
 Backorder Management
 
 
 Additional skills in any of these areas would also be of benefit:
 
 
 Manufacturing (Process/ Discrete)
 
 
 Maintenance
 
 
 Order Management
 
 
 Quality Management
 
 
 Product Data Hub
 
 
 Inventory Management
 
 
 Cost Management
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