Senior Demand Planning Lead

Careem; Saudi Arabia; Hybrid; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Careem is seeking a Supply Chain professional to enhance demand forecasting and inventory management for their Grocery vertical. The role involves data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement of supply chain processes. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and growth in the grocery sector.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Unlimited vacation days

Healthcare benefits

Fitness reimbursements

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role.
• Strong analytical skills with mastery of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Utilize historical sales data for demand forecasting.
• Plan and manage inventory levels to meet customer demand.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for forecasting alignment.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

About the Company

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an organization that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 70 million customers, and built a platform for the region's best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

About the team

Careem Grocery is on a mission to reinvent the way people shop for groceries, pharmacy, and retail products. As an exciting new vertical within Careem (a startup within a startup), we're in the early stages of building our product and have many interesting challenges to solve to achieve our ambitious growth goals in this burgeoning space.

What You'll Do

1. Demand Forecasting: Utilize historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop accurate demand forecasts for our quick commerce groceries business.
2. Inventory Management: Plan and manage inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs and stockouts. Collaborate with suppliers and logistics teams to optimize inventory replenishment processes.
3. Collaborative Forecasting: Engage with internal stakeholders, such as sales, marketing, and product teams, to gather input and align on demand forecasts.
4. Data Analysis: Analyze sales data, market trends, and other relevant factors to identify patterns and drivers of demand. Utilize statistical models and forecasting tools to generate accurate demand projections.
5. Continuous Improvement: Monitor demand planning processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhancements to optimize forecasting accuracy, inventory turnover, and supply chain efficiency.
6. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to ensure effective execution of demand plans. Support new product launches, promotions, and supply chain initiatives.
7. Systems and Tools: Leverage advanced demand planning tools and statistical forecasting software to enhance accuracy and automate processes where applicable.

What You'll Need

Successful candidates will have a passion for improving lives, an obsession with excellence and customer centricity, and alignment with our core values and purpose.

• At least 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role or similar, preferably in retail, e-commerce, tech, logistics, or startups.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, focusing on Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering.
• Strong analytical skills, mastery of Excel required; SQL skills are a bonus.
• Gritty attitude: willing to roll up sleeves and persevere through challenges.
• High attention to detail and speed of execution, with daily operational follow-ups.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with supplier and distribution center teams.
• Self-starter who can investigate and gather data independently.

What We'll Provide You

We offer opportunities to make an impact while learning and growing. As a full-time Careem colleague, you will:

• Work with inspiring colleagues and a community of innovators.
• Contribute to a purposeful organization with regional impact.
• Discover new learning and growth opportunities daily.
• Enjoy a flexible work schedule: 4 days in the office and 1 day remote, with options for remote work from anywhere in the world for 30 days annually, plus unlimited vacation days.
• Access healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements.