Distribution Planner - Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle - Dubai, UAE

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai seeks a Distribution Planner to optimize planning and merchandising operations by analyzing sales performance and inventory. This role involves collaboration with teams in Buying, Finance, and Logistics.

The ideal candidate should have a graduate degree, 2-4 years of planning experience in retail, particularly within Beauty and Skincare. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in a planning or distribution role.
• Mandatory experience within a retail environment.
• Proven exposure to distribution and wholesale operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate demand forecasts for wholesale partners.
• Monitor sell-in and sell-out performance by account.
• Coordinate with Logistics for timely delivery and accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Graduate degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

Position Overview

The Distribution Planner role in Dubai supports planning and merchandising operations by analyzing sales performance, margins, and inventory across wholesale partners and regional markets. This position works closely with Buying, Commercial, Finance, and Logistics teams to optimize assortments, improve sell-through, and maximize profitability through effective distribution and replenishment planning.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Inventory Planning and Management
Salary: 12000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any Candidate
Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop accurate demand forecasts for wholesale partners based on sales trends, order patterns, and market performance
• Monitor sell‑in and sell‑out performance by account, identifying risks and opportunities to improve sell‑through and reduce excess inventory
• Coordinate with Logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and accurate fulfillment of wholesale orders
• Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly sales, stock, and intake reports for wholesale accounts
• Support end‑of‑season stock clearance planning in line with margin targets and partner agreements
• Collaborate with Finance to validate margins and assess the impact of discounts, markdowns, and promotions on trade profitability
• Build strong working relationships across internal teams to ensure effective information flow and follow‑up actions
• Maintain close relationships with wholesale partners to understand demand drivers, sales trends, and product preferences

Ideal Profile

• Graduate degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline
• 2 to 4 years of experience in a planning or distribution role
• Mandatory experience within a retail environment
• Prior experience in Beauty and Skincare retail is required
• Proven exposure to distribution and wholesale operations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and inventory data
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Us

• Be part of a leading lifestyle and retail group with strong regional presence
• Work closely with commercial and merchandising teams on high‑impact planning decisions
• Gain exposure to wholesale, distribution, and inventory optimization across markets
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth

About the Company

Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle is part of Majid Al Futtaim Group, a leading regional organization operating across retail, shopping malls, leisure, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors. The Lifestyle division manages a portfolio of international fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, delivering innovative retail experiences and strong partner value across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.