We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Planner to optimize inventory levels across our UAE & KSA warehouses, depots, islands, remote vehicle inventories, and offshore operations. The ideal candidate will support demand forecasting, inventory control, material planning, and operational excellence.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree or diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, or a related field
- Engineering background is preferred
- Experience in inventory planning and warehouse operations
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory control processes
- Prior experience with WMS or WES implementation projects is an added advantage
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Fluency in English or Hindi is an added advantage
Responsibilities
- Support demand forecasting and Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) across UAE and KSA branches
- Maintain optimum inventory levels by managing the supply and demand of spares and consumables
- Develop and implement inventory control methods, including Auto MRP, Safety Stock Levels, ROP, and EOQ
- Coordinate with warehouse, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure material availability at the right time
- Analyse material handling, transactions, product lifecycles, and operational costs
- Conduct material aging analysis and implement inventory control and reduction plans
- Manage heavy equipment and automotive spare parts inventory effectively
- Prepare timely warehouse operations and inventory performance MIS reports
- Apply 5S methodologies, industrial safety protocols, best practices, and ISO quality standards
- Support workforce planning, shift scheduling, staff training, and professional development
- Contribute to departmental operational excellence and new initiatives
- Strong knowledge of inventory planning and demand forecasting
- Understanding of Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)
- Knowledge of inventory control methods, including Auto MRP, Safety Stock Levels, ROP, and EOQ
- Experience managing heavy equipment and automotive spare parts inventory
- Strong analytical skills and material aging analysis
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems such as Oracle NetSuite or SAP
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS/WES)
- Experience with Power Query or Business Intelligence (BI) tools
- Understanding of 5S methodologies, industrial safety protocols, and ISO quality standards
- Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with warehouse, procurement, and logistics teams