Supply Planner

The Supply Planner is responsible for ensuring optimal product availability across the retail network while maintaining efficient inventory levels. This role focuses on demand-supply balancing, replenishment planning, and coordination with suppliers, logistics, and commercial teams to support business objectives and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Supply & Replenishment Planning

• Develop and execute supply plans aligned with demand forecasts and business targets
• Ensure timely replenishment of products across stores and distribution centers
• Monitor stock levels to avoid stockouts and overstock situations

Inventory Management

• Maintain optimal inventory levels in line with company KPIs (e.g., stock cover, aging, waste)
• Track slow-moving, excess, and obsolete stock, and recommend corrective actions
• Support stock optimization initiatives to improve working capital

Supplier & Vendor Coordination

• Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery
• Monitor supplier performance (lead times, fill rates, reliability)
• Resolve supply disruptions and escalate risks proactively

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with buying/merchandising, demand planning, and logistics teams
• Align supply plans with promotions, seasonal events, and new product launches
• Support store operations with product availability and replenishment needs

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Track KPIs such as service levels, inventory turnover, and forecast accuracy
• Prepare regular reports and provide actionable insights to stakeholders

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilize ERP/planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for supply planning activities
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and tools
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain function

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Product availability / service level
• Inventory turnover and stock cover
• Reduction in stockouts and excess inventory
• Supplier performance metrics (OTIF – On Time In Full)
• Forecast vs. supply plan alignment

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
• Experience in supply planning, replenishment, or inventory management
• Experience within retail or FMCG environments is highly preferred
• Experience working in the Middle East market is an advantage