252 Demand Planning jobs in Dubai

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

• 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.

We are seeking a dynamic Demand and Logistics Manager to oversee demand planning and inventory management in the UAE and Oman. The successful candidate will lead, manage, and develop a team of professionals, providing clear guidance, regular feedback, training, and career development opportunities.

Key responsibilities include conducting analysis and optimization of inventory levels, initiating inventory optimization initiatives, developing strategies for optimal material supply, and cooperating with internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, the role involves identifying and implementing improvements in demand planning and inventory control processes, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensuring compliance with relevant import/export regulations and local laws.

The ideal candidate has a degree in business or a related field, a minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, and strong knowledge of demand forecasting and inventory management. Strong communication and teamwork skills, ability to work under pressure, and Excel and Power BI knowledge are also essential.

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.

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 - 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.

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.

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.

• 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
• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

• Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
• Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
• Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
• And much more

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.

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all 'Primos' (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Life Inside Bacardi

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what's it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

About the Role

We are seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining statistical forecasts using historical data, market trends, and input from cross-functional teams.

• Develop and maintain statistical forecasts to ensure alignment between sales, operations, and finance through consensus forecasting and scenario planning.
• Utilize tools like SAP and Excel-based models to simulate demand scenarios and assess impact on business performance.
• Use dashboards and workbooks to visualize demand patterns, service levels, and part-level performance, enabling data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and provide support in demand planning activities, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance overall efficiency in demand planning, driving business growth and success.

About the Skills and Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to develop and maintain statistical forecasts.
• Proficiency in tools like SAP and Excel-based models, with experience in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to think critically and make informed decisions based on data-driven insights.
• Experience in process improvements and ability to drive business growth and success.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A competitive compensation package, with benefits and perks that reflect our commitment to employee well-being.
• The chance to work with a talented and dedicated team, passionate about delivering exceptional results and making a meaningful impact.
• Opportunities for career advancement and progression, with a focus on promoting from within.
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a commitment to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

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

• To Manage the business with robust Demand planning process and visibility which will improve business results, optimize resources, control cost, and enhance profitability of all product ranges.

• Work with OpCo Demand Planners (3 Planners) to manage various sales forecasting processes, monitor and assess effectiveness of those processes and drive continuous improvements.
• Optimize demand forecasts (operational & tactical forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation (by customer and by SKU) for multiple time horizons (up to 24 months / 105 weeks) as part of demand planning process.
• Act as the Change owner for Demand system upgrade and future projects for MENA OpCo
• Responsible to build and plan the Demand Planning strategy for MENA OpCo
• Drive and Challenge demand based on history and seasonality.

At FrieslandCampina, you'll immerse yourself in a unique, globally connected culture, where collaboration with colleagues across all our businesses is part of daily life. Alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, we’re dedicated to your ongoing development, offering abundant opportunities for hands-on learning. Our informal, friendly environment fosters teamwork with passionate professionals who share your drive for excellence. At FrieslandCampina, we empower you with the autonomy and confidence to make a meaningful impact — helping to nourish the world while advancing your career.

Demand Planning Manager MENA •To Manage the MENA Demand with a robust Demand planning process and visibility which will improve business results, optimize resources, control cost, and enhance profitability of all product ranges.

Staying true to who you really are, that is your starting point at FrieslandCampina. Because it is precisely by embracing our differences that we can grow together. We want to create a working environment that allows all employees to bring their best and authentic selves. If who we are suits you, but you're not sure if you're the best fit for the role, we still encourage you to apply so we can help you find the role that fits you best.

Reporting to the CSC Manager MENA with 3 direct reports

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 - 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.

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.

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.

• 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
• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

• Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
• Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
• Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
• And much more!

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.

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

Life Inside Bacardi

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.