Inventory Planner: Forecasting & Supply Optimization

Al Faris Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Faris Group is seeking an Inventory Planner to optimize inventory levels across UAE and KSA warehouses, depots, and offshore operations. The role supports demand forecasting, ERP-driven planning, and 5S/ISO standards to ensure cost-efficient availability of spare parts and materials.

The candidate will drive Auto MRP, Safety Stock, and EOQ policies, collaborate with procurement and logistics teams, and deliver MIS reports. Fluency in English or Hindi is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

English or Hindi

Coordination & communication

Problem-solving

Demand forecasting

DRP understanding

Inventory planning

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering, SCM, Inventory Management, Logistics degree or diploma

Engineering background preferred

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

SAP

MS Office

WMS/WES

Job description

Al Faris Group is seeking an Inventory Planner to optimize inventory levels across UAE and KSA warehouses, depots, and offshore operations. The role supports demand forecasting, ERP-driven planning, and 5S/ISO standards to ensure cost-efficient availability of spare parts and materials.

The candidate will drive Auto MRP, Safety Stock, and EOQ policies, collaborate with procurement and logistics teams, and deliver MIS reports. Fluency in English or Hindi is advantageous.