Supply and Demand Planning Manager

Aura Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Group seeks an experienced Supply & Demand Manager to lead forecasting, inventory planning, demand management, and supply optimization across our hospitality operations.

The role requires SAP ERP expertise and advanced Excel analytics, with the ability to collaborate across Operations, Procurement, Finance and Commercial teams to improve forecast accuracy and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Planning.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Experience in hospitality groups, restaurant chains, hotels or FMCG is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasts.
• Develop supply plans aligned with business demand; optimize inventory and reduce waste.
• Create dashboards and KPI reports using Excel; analyze inventory risks and shortages.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Finance and Commercial teams to improve forecast accuracy.
• Lead S&OP processes and support new openings, promotions and seasonal demand planning.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Supply & Demand Manager

Location: Doha, Qatar

Department: Supply Chain & Operations

Industry: Hospitality / F&B / Restaurant Operations

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Supply & Demand Manager to lead forecasting, inventory planning, demand management, and supply optimization across our hospitality and food & beverage operations. The successful candidate will ensure optimal inventory levels, improve forecast accuracy, reduce waste, and maintain product availability while supporting operational and commercial objectives.

This position is ideal for candidates from restaurant groups, hospitality companies, hotel chains, catering operations, food production, or FMCG organizations with extensive experience in SAP ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel analytics.

Key Responsibilities

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and manage short, medium, and long-term demand forecasts.
• Analyze historical sales, seasonality, promotions, events, and operational trends.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Finance, and Commercial teams to improve forecast accuracy.
• Monitor forecast deviations and implement corrective actions.

Supply Planning & Inventory Management

• Develop supply plans aligned with business demand requirements.
• Ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess inventory and waste.
• Monitor inventory turnover, stock coverage, and replenishment requirements.
• Manage inventory levels across warehouses, central kitchens, restaurants, and hospitality outlets.

SAP & Data Analytics

• Utilize SAP for demand planning, inventory management, procurement coordination, and reporting.
• Develop dashboards and KPI reports using advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Analyze inventory risks, shortages, slow-moving items, and demand fluctuations.
• Support data-driven decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Facilitate Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
• Support new outlet openings, menu launches, promotions, and seasonal demand planning.

Process Improvement

• Continuously improve forecasting techniques and inventory planning processes.
• Reduce stock-outs, excess stock, and obsolete inventory.
• Implement supply chain best practices and efficiency initiatives.
• Support digital transformation and system enhancement projects.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Planning.
• At least 3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience within Hospitality Groups, Restaurant Chains, Catering Operations, Hotels, Central Kitchens, FMCG Food & Beverage Companies.

Technical Skills

• Strong experience with SAP ERP (SAP MM, SAP S/4HANA, SAP Supply Chain, or equivalent).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Forecasting Models, Dashboard Development.
• Power BI experience is highly desirable.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent forecasting and inventory management capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.