Staff Planner - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Exposure to structured planning frameworks

Job summary

AlFuttaim in Dubai is seeking a Staff Planner to manage workforce planning and scheduling for IKEA. This role ensures effective scheduling aligned with business needs and compliance with labor laws.

The ideal candidate will have a degree, 2-3 years in workforce planning, and expertise in retail operations. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a diversified group.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in staff scheduling or workforce planning within a retail environment.
• Strong understanding of scheduling and rostering techniques.
• Good knowledge of retail operations and labor law requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete staff planning cycle for the store.
• Develop optimized rosters balancing demand, availability, and priorities.
• Analyze schedules and trends to ensure efficient store capacity.

Skills

Workforce planning and rostering

Retail operations understanding

Data analysis and reporting

MS Excel proficiency

Time management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Position Overview

The Staff Planner role at Al‑Futtaim Group supports the continued growth and profitability of the IKEA business in Dubai by ensuring effective workforce planning and optimized staff scheduling. This role focuses on balancing business demand, productivity, cost control, and co‑worker work‑life balance while ensuring compliance with labor laws and internal financial frameworks.

Job Details

Country: UAECity: DubaiIndustry: RetailFunction: Office ManagementSalary: 18000–26000 monthly (Market estimated)Gender: AnyCandidate Nationality: AnyJob Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete staff planning cycle from forecasting through schedule execution for the store
• Develop optimized rosters that balance customer demand, co‑worker availability, and business priorities
• Analyze schedules, vacation trends, training plans, and absences to ensure efficient store capacity
• Coordinate with department managers to adapt schedules based on operational needs and skill requirements
• Ensure staff schedules are published on time and all changes are accurately recorded in the system
• Oversee daily time acceptance and address hour shortages or excesses promptly
• Monitor staff planning KPIs and generate reports to improve planning efficiency and productivity
• Prepare monthly payroll‑related reports, including overtime, shortages, and unregularized absences
• Alert HRBP when scheduled or actual hours exceed approved financial frameworks
• Ensure compliance with Al‑Futtaim Group policies, local labor laws, and IKEA operational standards
• Promote work‑life balance while maintaining cost efficiency and operational effectiveness

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
• 2‑3 years of experience in staff scheduling or workforce planning within a retail environment
• Strong understanding of scheduling and rostering techniques
• Good knowledge of retail operations and labor law requirements
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work under operational pressure

Skills Set

• Workforce planning and rostering
• Retail operations understanding
• Data analysis and reporting
• MS Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
• Time management and organization
• Stakeholder coordination and communication

Why Join Us

• Key operational role supporting one of the region's leading retail brands
• Opportunity to influence productivity, cost control, and co‑worker experience
• Competitive compensation aligned with Al‑Futtaim Group standards
• Exposure to structured retail workforce planning frameworks
• Long‑term career development within a diversified regional group

About the Company

Al‑Futtaim Group is one of the Middle East's most diversified privately held organizations, headquartered in Dubai with operations across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare. Through its retail division, including IKEA, the Group focuses on operational excellence, people‑centric planning, and sustainable growth while delivering consistent customer and co‑worker experiences across the UAE and beyond.