Material Planning Specialist: Demand & Inventory Optimizer

alfanar; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

alfanar is seeking a Material Planner in Dubai to manage planning and inventory processes, ensuring timely material availability for production. You will review forecasts, coordinate with procurement and production, and monitor stock accuracy to support operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration with warehousing, logistics, and quality teams to minimize shortages and optimize material flow in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of work experience.
• Experience in material planning and inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Material Planning Execution: apply established material planning procedures and review needs based on forecasts and schedules.
• Inventory Monitoring: track stock of materials and coordinate with warehouses to maintain accuracy.
• Stakeholder Coordination: liaise with procurement, production, sales, logistics and quality teams.
• Performance Tracking and Reporting: monitor KPIs and prepare status reports for management.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation: identify delays or shortages and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Materials Flow Analysis

Materials Handling

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

alfanar is seeking a Material Planner in Dubai to manage planning and inventory processes, ensuring timely material availability for production. You will review forecasts, coordinate with procurement and production, and monitor stock accuracy to support operational efficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration with warehousing, logistics, and quality teams to minimize shortages and optimize material flow in a dynamic manufacturing environment.