Demand Planner (Dubai Based)

Beiersdorf; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Beiersdorf in Dubai seeks an experienced Demand Planning professional to lead consensus forecasting for the assigned brand at SPGR level, balancing service levels, forecast accuracy, bias and inventory value. You will manage distributor-led demand, coordinate with supply planners for launches, and monitor KPIs to drive supply chain improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain, 5+ years FMCG planning, strong Excel and SAP knowledge, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain.
• 5+ years of demand/supply planning in FMCG or similar.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel; SAP knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting demand by analyzing sales data and market trends with distributors.
• Coordinating with Supply planners for on-time introductions and relaunches.
• Monitoring KPIs and identifying process improvement opportunities.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SAP R3/APO

Analytical skills

Business process understanding

Team player

Communication & negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP R3/APO

Job description

• Develop and facilitate the consensus forecast for the assigned brand on SPGR level aiming to balance between the relevant KPIs [Service Level, Forecast Accuracy, Bias & Inventory Value].


• Order management, securing customer service, distribution, inventory planning and waste management.

Your Tasks

Role Objective

• Develop and facilitate the consensus forecast for the assigned brand on SPGR level aiming to balance between the relevant KPIs [Service Level, Forecast Accuracy, Bias & Inventory Value].


• Order management, securing customer service, distribution, inventory planning and waste management.

Main Accountabilities

Demand Planning (of the category & market assigned)

• Forecasting demand by analyzing sales data and market trends with the distributors


• Coordinating with Supply planners for on time and in full NPDs and Relaunches


• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain performance and identifying opportunities for process improvement.


• Data Analysis and Reporting- Generating regular reports to track key metrics and communicate performance to stakeholders.

Inventory Management

• Manage inventory at distributor effectively to secure product sales and devise improvement actions to maximize utilization


• Controlling demand & replenishment for items based on SKU classification


• Monitor, evaluate and build depletion plans for excess stocks, blocked stocks and short shelf-life stocks.


• Aligning with stakeholders plans to deplete short shelf life and excess stocks.

Reporting

• Report on inventory (DIH) and forecast accuracy monthly


• Monthly reporting on Waste risks and depletion action plans


• Report NS & IMS forecast accuracy by SKU for M+3 & M+1 for owned categories and markets monthly


• Track and report on distributor stock coverage progression & expected YE landing.

Collaboration and Communication

• Liaise with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, finance to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business goals.


• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on supply chain status and resolve any issues.


• Analyze demand issues and facilitate resolution throughout the supply chain


• Leading and delivering forecast cycles for business planning

Others

• Any additional analysis, tasks and duties, which would be required to fulfill the scope of the role as requested by the line manager.


• Work with the distributors to build their forecasting capabilities to ensure a stable NS forecast and minimum waste due to forecast fluctuations.

Your Profile

Education

• Bachelor from an accredited university with a focus on Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in demand/supply planning in an FMCG company or similar industry.

Skills

• High proficiency in MS Office applications with emphasis on advanced excel.


• Knowledge of SAP (R3 & APO) is an advantage.


• High analytical skills & attention to details


• Ability to quickly understand & grasp business processes


• Team player and able to work autonomously


• High sense of urgency & ability to timely root cause & resolve problems


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Language

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory. Arabic is a plus.

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well‑known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

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