Strategic Food Reserve Analyst

Sundus Recruitment and Outsourcing Services, Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Strategic Food Reserve Analyst to monitor and analyze food reserves at a national and regional level. This pivotal role involves assessing risks in the food supply chain and developing strategies to ensure food availability during crises. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software, and excellent communication abilities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing food security and supporting critical policy decisions that impact communities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference in the field of food sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in food security analysis.
• Strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor global and local food market trends for food security.
• Analyze reserve levels and forecast supply/demand dynamics.
• Develop models for optimal stockpile levels and replenishment.

Skills

Statistical Software Proficiency

Data Analysis (Excel, R, Python, STATA)

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Job description

Job Code: 4776

Position: Strategic Food Reserve Analyst

Location: Abu Dhabi

Experience: 3+ years

Payroll: Sundus

Duration: 1 year (Renewable)

Proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, Python, or STATA).

Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.

Job Summary

The Strategic Food Reserve Analyst is responsible for monitoring, analysing, and advising on national and regional food reserves. This role involves assessing food supply chain risks, developing inventory strategies, and supporting policy decisions that ensure food availability during emergencies or market disruptions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Monitor global and local food market trends to assess potential threats to food security.
2. Analyze reserve levels and forecast supply/demand dynamics under various scenarios (e.g., climate shocks, geopolitical crises).
3. Develop and maintain models for optimal stockpile levels, turnover, and replenishment.
4. Support policy formulation for procurement, storage, distribution, and release of strategic food reserves.
5. Collaborate with logistics, procurement, and finance teams to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
6. Conduct risk assessments and provide early warning insights for food supply disruptions.
7. Prepare and present detailed reports to internal stakeholders, government agencies, or international partners.
8. Participate in the development of national food security strategies and contingency plans.
9. Ensure data integrity and accuracy of inventory and forecasting systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills.
• Proficiency in statistical software and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, Python, or STATA).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.