Supply and Demand Analyst

Fresh Express LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Food & Beverages industry is seeking a Supply & Demand Analyst to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and ensuring the efficient management of the supply chain. This role offers opportunities for growth and impact within a dynamic environment, making it ideal for those passionate about improving operational efficiency in food distribution.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in demand planning or inventory management, preferably in Food & Beverages.
• Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel and forecasting tools.

Responsibilities

• Forecast product demand and monitor supply levels.
• Analyze supply chain capacity and create balanced supply plans.
• Collaborate with various teams to align supply plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven company focused on delivering quality food and beverages to consumers.
• Collaborate with a passionate and dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for growth, innovation, and impact in a vital supply chain function.

About the job:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Supply & Demand Analyst to join our growing team in the Food & Beverages industry. In this role, you will be responsible for forecasting product demand, monitoring supply levels, and optimizing inventory across the supply chain to ensure the availability of products while minimizing waste and cost. Your insights will directly support production planning, procurement, and sales strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing.
• Analyze supply chain capacity, production capabilities, and raw material availability to create balanced supply plans.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, identifying potential shortages or surpluses and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, sales, and logistics teams to align supply plans with business objectives.
• Track promotional activities, seasonality, and new product launches, adjusting forecasts and supply plans accordingly.
• Utilize ERP and demand planning software to manage data and generate actionable insights.
• Prepare and present regular reports on forecast accuracy, supply performance, and inventory KPIs.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance planning efficiency and data accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, Statistics, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply analysis, or inventory management, preferably within the Food & Beverages industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solid understanding of supply chain dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel, and experience with forecasting tools and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of perishable goods management is a strong advantage.