| Job Location | Dubai, UAE |
| Education | Not Mentioned |
| Salary | Not Mentioned |
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We are seeking a Demand Planner to manage forecasting, inventory optimization, and purchase planning across a portfolio of international baby brands distributed across the UAE and GCC.This role ensures product availability, healthy stock turns, and commercially aligned purchasing decisions within a fast-moving, SKU-dense category.Key ResponsibilitiesDemand ForecastingDevelop and maintain rolling SKU-level forecasts across multiple brands.Incorporate historical sales, seasonality, promotions, and market trends.Align forecasts with sales teams, brand managers, and international principals.Identify risks and opportunities impacting demand and supply.Inventory ManagementMaintain optimal stock levels across UAE and GCC warehouses.Monitor aging, slow-moving, and excess inventory.Define safety stock levels and replenishment quantities.Ensure availability for key retail accounts and distributors.Purchase Planning & OTB ManagementPrepare purchase orders based on forecast, lead times, and budget.Manage Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning to balance cash flow and inventory turns.Track supplier shipments, ETAs, and potential delays.Coordinate with logistics on inbound planning and customs timelines.Market Intelligence & PricingConduct regular GCC market surveys (online and offline) to monitor:Pricing parityPromotionsCompetitor assortmentNew product introductionsSupport pricing strategy and margin protection initiatives.Flag pricing discrepancies affecting brand positioning.Category & Commercial SupportStay updated on baby industry trends (feeding, gear, toys, textiles).Support new product launches, phase-outs, and lifecycle planning.Prepare sell-in and sell-out analysis for brand principals.Contribute to budgeting and pricing decisions with demand data.Reporting & AnalyticsPrepare weekly and monthly demand planning dashboards.Track forecast accuracy KPIs (MAPE, bias, fill rate).Monitor inventory health and OTB utilization.SkillsExperience3?6 years in demand planning, supply chain, or inventory management.Experience in distribution, FMCG, or baby products is a strong advantage.Familiar with GCC retail dynamics (Babyshop, Mamas & Papas, Amazon, Mumzworld, FirstCry, pharmacies).SkillsStrong analytical and Excel skills (pivot tables, forecasting models).Experience with ERP systems (Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Zoho).Solid understanding of OTB planning and inventory budgeting.Ability to conduct market surveys and competitive pricing analysis.Strong communication skills for cross?functional alignment.
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