488 Demand Planning jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Description

• Configure and support SAP implementation; design, test (UAT) and document processes.
• Align SAP functionalities with Operations, Finance and Master‑Data requirements; ensure cross‑domain consistency.
• Identify inter‑dependencies and secure stakeholder alignment (IT integrator, Finance, Go‑to‑Market, etc.).
• Develop training materials and deliver end‑user trainings; champion change management.

• Own end‑to‑end Demand & Supply Planning for all brands: define rolling 18‑month forecasts, calibrate launch quantities, validate orders vs. stock targets.
• Lead weekly DDS routines and S&OP meetings; balance service level, inventory and cost in line with Kering sustainability guidelines.
• Manage Intercompany purchases and regional order flow; ensure data accuracy in SAP once live.

• Manage relationships with our 3PL partner: monitor SLAs, optimize storage and transport flows, review KPIs.
• Participate in WMS evolution and implementation projects.
• Coordinate order fulfillment and drive continuous improvement in service and operations.
• Post‑implementation, manage 3PL performance (OTIF, cost, stock accuracy); negotiate improvements and lead continuous‑improvement roadmap.
• Coordinate logistics budgets; optimise transport & storage, safety stocks, reorder points.

• Produce weekly sales / stock dashboards and monthly variance analysis versus Budget & Market.
• Consolidate Net Sales, WHS and Sell‑out data; build and maintain PowerBI reports.
• Track departmental KPIs, perform root‑cause analyses and deploy corrective action plans.

• Experience: ≥5 years in Supply Chain / Operations within international environments, including at least one full‑cycle SAP deployment (ECC or S / 4HANA). Beauty or Luxury experience is a strong plus.
• Education: Engineering or Business School degree
• Skills: Proven project & change‑management expertise; able to manage priorities amid ambiguity and pressure. Advanced analytical abilities; strong command of SAP, Excel & PowerBI. Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management; true team player.
• Mindset: Proactive, adaptable, rigorous, and agile; thrives in high‑growth, multi‑brand settings.
• Languages: Fluent English required; French an advantage.

• Job Type: Regular
• Start Date:
• Schedule: Full time
• Organization: CREED MIDDLE EAST PERFUMES TRADING L.L.C

Overview

The Demand Planning Specialist will support procurement operations by identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers for food ingredients, raw materials, and packaging. This role plays a key part in ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery of materials essential for food production. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of sourcing processes, supplier negotiations, and industry regulations specific to the food sector.

• Assist in the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories (e.g., ingredients, raw materials, packaging).
• Conduct supplier research, benchmarking, and qualifications to support sourcing initiatives.
• Request, evaluate, and compare quotes, proposals, and samples from vendors.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance & Control teams, Operations, Chefs, and Regulatory teams to align sourcing strategies with product specifications, compliance requirements and market constraints.
• Maintain and update supplier databases and procurement records in ERP systems.
• Support contract negotiations and help ensure that contracts meet regulatory and business requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and service levels, escalating issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, ethical sourcing policies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance & relationship using KPIs and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and value engineering projects without compromising quality and safety standards.
• Prepare and present regular reports on sourcing activities, savings, and market trends to higher management.
• Other duties: Regular attendance in conformance with the standards which may be established by the company from time to time is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Food Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the food industry and / or more generally within the FMCG sector.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and standards (e.g., HACCP, FSMA, BRC).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP/procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and e-procurement tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Language: Perfect English, additional language is a plus

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Drive For Results
• Action oriented
• Motivating others

Job Overview:

Demand Planning Executive is a strategic thinker who can manage and validate forecast data, build strong relationships with customers and partners, and communicate key insights to drive improvements in supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in demand planning within the pharmaceutical, medical consumables, or FMCG industries and a passion for optimizing supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Forecast Data Management and Validations

• Manage SKU-level data and ensure all systems are accurately updated.
• Validate historical sales data across various systems and incorporate market intelligence and seasonal profiling for accurate forecasts.
• Develop demand forecasts at multiple aggregation levels and for different time horizons.
• Manage SKU linking and oversee the product life cycle.
• Plan and forecast promotional activity.
• Raise business-aligned purchase orders to improve availability, optimize working capital, and reduce waste.

Customer and Partner Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners to align business objectives.
• Challenge ideas constructively when necessary to ensure business alignment.
• Share critical knowledge to ensure cross-functional alignment and continuous improvement.

Reporting & Communication

• Produce timely KPI reports.
• Develop routine and ad hoc demand and supply-related reports for leadership.
• Lead forecast alignment meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely confirmation of all purchase orders with suppliers.

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably with additional Supply Chain certifications).
• 5-7 years of experience in Demand Planning, ideally within the Pharmaceuticals/Medical Consumables/FMCG industries.
• Experience with Demand Planning Systems; SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen ability to apply critical thinking.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Results-oriented with a positive attitude and the ability to drive change.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI (preferred).
• Strong presentation skills to effectively communicate forecast analysis and tracking.

(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&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

• Coordinate for the 3rd party distributor inventory reports and consolidate for monthly reporting.
• Collect and integrate monthly depletion forecast, inventory data, and in transits for distributor markets.
• Coordinate with commercial team for IBP Forecast submission.
• Validation and sanity check of IBP forecasts vs open orders. Analyze changes in forecasts / demands.
• Follow up with CSR team for open orders status, shipment plan and In-transit tracking.
• Back orders tracking and follow up with OC fulfilment teams.
• Prepare monthly reports and presentation for Supply Chain KPIs visibility for cluster or region.
• Interpret data, identify trends, and draw conclusions from the reported data which will help drive business decisions.
• Support Master Data maintenance related tasks.
• Allocation management - support in tracking orders / consumption for Allocated Products.
• Liaise with Finance team for data inputs as and when required.
• Maintain proactively documentation 'SharePoint' repository for the supply chain team

SKILLS
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THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain / Demand Planning / Distribution processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Must be fluent in English. Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Must have strong analytical, organizational and planning skills. High attention to details and ability to interpret large datasets to drive insights.
• Experience of IBP / BI / ERP / SAP is required.
• Knowledge of Demand Planning will be an additional advantage.
• Learning agility, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with high degree of initiative and drive.
• Sense of urgency and proactivity. Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Able to collaborate within the team as well as with cross-functional stakeholders.

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.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of 'Belonging', where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• 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
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• 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.
• 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're presented with
• 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

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'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 & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

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.

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 — 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 — the Group'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'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's Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.

What You'll Be Doing
The Demand Planner is responsible for defining and maintaining accurate demand plans to support channel-specific planning objectives. This includes forecasting sales, managing markdown and liquidation plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational alignment and effective decision-making.

• Ownership of rolling sales forecasts, incorporating historical data, promotions, product information, new product forecasts from category managers, and sell-out forecasts from key accounts.
• Manage all parameters of forecast accuracy inclusive of cleansing of data
• Build unconstrained demand plans at the channel, brand, and country levels, integrating new and permanent product sales forecasts to ensure alignment with actual market dynamics. Ensure constant visibility of the latest status to senior stakeholders with advanced reporting on critical bottlenecks and potential risks on Sales Forecasts
• Seek new approaches including the deployment of improved tools and techniques
• Work closely with the Supply Planning Manager to ensure optimum stock model and supply planning adherence to demand plan
• Develop and execute markdown and liquidation plans to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess stock.
• Work closely with category managers, key accounts, and store networks to align forecasts with sales strategies.
• For B2B demand planners: Develop collaborative planning processes with key B2B accounts, including external S&OP inputs.
• Prepare inputs for the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to support strategic business planning.

Performance Monitoring

• Monitor and report planning KPIs, with a particular focus on forecast accuracy, to identify and address discrepancies.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in demand planning or related fields, preferably within the retail, beauty, or FMCG industries.
• Hands-on expertise in demand forecasting tools, preferably Blue Yonder, or equivalent planning systems.
• Proven ability to manage and analyze large datasets to generate accurate forecasts.
• Strong technical & analytical 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.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive demand planning strategy that aligns with business objectives, driving growth and profitability through effective resource allocation.

As Senior Demand Planning Specialist, you will be responsible for managing sales forecasting processes, monitoring their effectiveness, and implementing improvements to enhance business outcomes. Your expertise in optimizing demand forecasts for multiple time horizons and aggregation levels will enable the organization to make informed decisions and drive strategic growth.

In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to build and execute a robust demand planning strategy, leveraging historical data and seasonality trends to drive demand-based decision making. You will also be responsible for owning change initiatives related to demand system upgrades and future projects, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption to business operations.

To excel in this position, you must possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and communicate insights effectively to stakeholders. Your strong leadership and collaboration skills will enable you to build and manage high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for hands-on learning are available to support your professional development and well-being. Our informal environment fosters teamwork among passionate professionals who share your drive for excellence, providing a unique opportunity to grow and thrive in a dynamic and supportive community.

Location : Remote.

Employment Type : Contract.

We are hiring a Delmia Quintiq demand planning professional to design, implement, and support demand planning solutions. You will work closely with business stakeholders to enhance forecast accuracy and ensure optimized planning through our platform.

• Analyze business requirements for demand forecasting and planning processes.
• Configure our system to support forecast modeling, seasonal trends, and demand drivers.
• Collaborate with supply chain, sales, and finance teams to align demand plans.
• Provide training, documentation, and post-implementation support.
• Monitor forecast performance and recommend continuous improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience implementing Delmia Quintiq demand planning solutions.
• Strong understanding of forecasting techniques and planning KPIs.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

For more information, please visit our website.

We seek a skilled Demand Planning Specialist to design, implement, and support demand planning solutions. In this role, you will analyze business requirements for forecasting processes, configure Delmia Quintiq's platform to support forecast modeling and seasonal trends, and collaborate with supply chain, sales, and finance teams.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze business requirements for demand forecasting and planning processes.
• Configure Delmia Quintiq to support forecast modeling, seasonal trends, and demand drivers.
• Collaborate with supply chain, sales, and finance teams to align demand plans.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience implementing Delmia Quintiq demand planning solutions.
• Strong understanding of forecasting techniques and planning KPIs.

Job Title: Senior Demand Planner

The Senior Demand Planner will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth and profitability through effective demand planning, merchandise optimization, and assortment strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop seasonal merchandise plans and assortment strategies for each brand, taking into account sales trends, historical data, and market insights.
• Responsible for open-to-buy (OTB) planning that will help the company to determine how much inventory can be appropriately purchased within a specific period.
• Develop product assortment plans by category, SKU, and location, ensuring alignment with brand strategies and customer preferences.
• Analyze promotional performance and ROI, making recommendations for future promotional activities and pricing adjustments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Merchandising, Retail Management, or related field; MBA or relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in retail industry, specifically from fashion/lifestyle retail.
• Proven experience in planning and forecasting is an advantage.