Senior Manager - Planning and Control

Redefining Sustainability | Innovating for the Future | Creating a Lasting Impact

Botanica is a subsidiary of Red Sea Global and is part of the Red Sea Global Group of companies. We specialize in providing dedicated sustainable greenery across Red Sea Global’ s destinations ensuring careful integration of new species with local flora.

As a subsidiary, Botanica benefits from shared strategic goals and collaborative initiatives within the Red Sea Global group of companies, enhancing our ability to serve our clients effectively.

Spanning over 1 million square meters, driving our planet-first approach to sustainability. Since 2020, we have cultivated over 5 million plants, with an ambitious goal of 30 million by 2030, shaping the natural landscapes of The Red Sea & Amaala. With a team of passionate professionals—40% from the local community—and an unwavering commitment to ecological harmony, we are pioneering new global benchmarks in sustainable development.

Why Join Us?

• Sustainability at Scale: Be part of a project that’s transforming landscapes and preserving biodiversity.
• Innovate & Grow: Work with industry experts in a fast-evolving environment.
• Global Recognition: Join a company shaping the future of sustainable tourism and development.
• Work in a Natural Paradise: Contribute to world-class projects in breathtaking locations.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Manager – Planning & Control to lead our nursery planning function. You will drive demand forecasting, supply planning, and cost control to ensure optimal plant availability while maintaining efficiency and budget alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and control activities, including KPIs and team performance
• Develop demand forecasts using historical data and commercial insights
• Build supply plans across propagation, procurement, and inventory
• Monitor and control key cost drivers (labor, inputs, wastage, yield)
• Track performance vs. plan and conduct variance analysis
• Collaborate with operations, finance, procurement, and commercial teams
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and capacity planning
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Agriculture, Horticulture, Business, or related field
• 12+ years of experience in planning, forecasting, or operational control
• Experience in nurseries, agriculture, or live-product environments preferred
• Proven leadership experience in complex operational environments
• Strong analytical, financial, and planning capabilities
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and planning/reporting systems
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience integrating sustainability metrics (water, waste, resource efficiency)
• Background in large-scale or giga-project environments

Be the Change

Join one of the world’s most visionary developers and play a key role in shaping sustainable environments for the future.