Supply and Inventory Planner

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive group based in Dubai is seeking a Supply and Inventory Planner responsible for strategic purchasing, demand planning, and inventory optimization. The ideal candidate will ensure stock health and support supply operations by collaborating with various stakeholders. A minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience, proficiency in ERP systems like SAP, and strong analytical skills are required. The role also involves managing budgets and improving operational efficiency through data analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in supply chain roles, preferably automotive.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and ERP systems.
• Proven ability in process improvement for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Release purchase orders and ensure supplier confirmations.
• Manage budgets and maintain stock availability.
• Monitor aged, excess, and obsolete stock.
• Analyze stock mix and sales trends.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Experience in management reporting

Understanding of agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

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Supply and Inventory Planner | Al-Futtaim Automotive | Global Aftersales

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the Role

This role ensures the right balance between cost efficiency and high service levels through strategic purchasing, demand planning, and inventory optimization. You will drive stock health, improve turnover, reduce excess/obsolete parts, and support seamless supply operations by collaborating closely with suppliers, logistics, finance, and internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Release daily/weekly/monthly purchase orders and ensure supplier confirmations.
• Track dispatches, follow up on backorders, and coordinate forecast changes with suppliers.
• Manage budgets as per the order schedule and ensure approvals per DOA.
• Maintain stock availability through run‑out risk analysis and ordering for new models.
• Review inventory policies and target service levels.
• Monitor aged, excess, and obsolete stock with timely actions for reduction.
• Drive stock provision forecasting and dead‑stock disposal initiatives.
• Prepare advance shipping notifications and coordinate inbound control with logistics.
• Monitor cost charges and facilitate finance processes for payments.
• Handle LC arrangements, customs claims, ESMA/RFID approvals, and insurance declarations.
• Develop dashboards that enable proactive process monitoring.
• Lead kaizens and cost‑reduction projects to enhance operational efficiency.
• Escalate process deviations and support continuous system improvements.
• Review system alerts and apply best‑practice processes to improve productivity.
• Analyze stock mix, order patterns, and sales trends to maximize availability and sales.
• Conduct detailed stock analyses (ageing, category, material group).
• Track VOR and air orders and recommend improvements in order efficiency.
• Prepare weekly/monthly dashboards for stocks, sales, orders, and receipts across brands.
• Review non-moving/excess stocks at branches and maintain return‑trend dashboards.

Required Skills to Be Successful

• Strong MS Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Projects).
• Solid problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience in creating management reports and presenting to senior leadership.
• Understanding of agile methodologies.

What Qualifies You for the Role

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience in supply chain roles, preferably automotive.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and ERP systems such as SAP.
• Proven ability in business/process improvement to drive operational excellence.

About Al-Futtaim Automotive A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM. We are driven by a customer‑centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value‑added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom‑made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world‑class omni‑channel experiences. We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high‑performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment. What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.