Demand Planner | Al-Futtaim Automotive | BYD | Riyadh

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm seeks a Demand Planner to enhance forecast accuracy and optimize inventory. This role involves collaborative planning and communication with stakeholders, utilizing the Syncron tool for effective stock management and procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have significant Supply Chain experience and relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Around 5 years of experience in Supply Chain, preferably with Automotive experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Inventory management systems.
• Business development and process improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day order processing with suppliers.
• Monitor stock availability and take timely actions to avoid run-out.
• Generate Advance Shipping Notifications (ASN) aligned with supplier invoices.

Skills

Problem solving

Continuous improvement methodologies

Inventory management systems

Supply chain modules in ERP systems

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelors/ Master’s in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Demand Planner | Al-Futtaim Automotive | BYD | Riyadh

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:

Demand planner is responsible for improving the forecast accuracy at the national as well as branch level so that right stock is procured on time and made available to customers. This is achieved by utilizing the tools specially Syncron to monitor the demand transactions and taking timely actions to avoid the risk of run out. There is a need of continuous stakeholder alignment to understand the business and market needs to keep the stock healthy.

What you will do:

Supply Planning and Procurement
• Manage day-to-day order processing with suppliers.
• Ensure timely order placement and confirmation of receipt from suppliers.
• Monitor order dispatch to meet agreed lead times.
• Follow up on back orders and address any delays.
• Communicate forecast changes promptly to suppliers.
• Prepare budgets based on order schedules and business recommendations.
• Ensure stock availability through risk-of-run-out analysis and timely ordering.
• Plan and order parts for new models.
• Obtain necessary approvals according to Delegation of Authority (DOA).
System Utilization
• Continuously review Syncron parameters to improve service levels.
• Monitor Syncron alerts, including last demand flier, lead time changes, demand updates, and forecast alerts.
• Analyze Risk of Run-Out reports to mitigate stock shortages.
Logistics Operations
• Generate Advance Shipping Notifications (ASN) aligned with supplier invoices in a timely manner.
• Provide logistics data support to ensure inbound shipments and clearing documents are processed on time.
• Monitor costs to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Manage logistics payments and provide finance with relevant reports for clearance.
• Follow up with finance teams to ensure timely payments.
• Arrange and renew Letters of Credit as required.
• Oversee customs claim registrations and payments.
• Coordinate ESMA/RFID approvals.
• Declare cargo for insurance purposes.
Stock Optimization
• Review and update inventory policies and target service levels.
• Continuously monitor aged stock levels.
• Forecast stock provisions accurately.
• Initiate and follow up on dead stock disposal processes.
• Monitor and review excess and obsolete stock parts for action.

Required Skills to be successful:

• Demonstrated experience developing management reporting packs and presenting to senior leadership.
• Skilled in problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Understanding of agile way of working
• Extensive knowledge of inventory management systems & Supply chain modules in other ERP systems like SAP

About the Team:

The Demand Planner will report to the Operations Manager and be an integral part of the Inventory Control team at BYD Aftersales. This team is dedicated to optimizing inventory by balancing cost efficiency with service levels in line with business objectives.

What equips you for the role:

• Bachelors/ master’s in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering or equivalent
• Around 5 years of experience in the field of Supply Chain, preferably with Automotive experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Inventory management systems.
• Business development and process improvement skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/ Excel/ PowerPoint/MS Projects)

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.