Demand and Supply Planner
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About the Role
Jotun Group is seeking a Demand and Supply Planner to manage demand planning activities, develop forecasts, and coordinate with sales and production teams. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field and 3+ years of experience.
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Responsibilities
- Manage and communicate demand planning activities across various supplying sites
- Prepare short and long term forecasts in close collaboration with Sales and Marketing for all four segments
- Regularly measure forecast accuracy and proactively implement corrective and preventive actions
- Develop realistic procurement and despatch schedules by analysing customer demand
- Develop and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to your area
- Drive continuous improvement of the planning process by making full use of existing Matrix functionalities
- Foster effective communication with Production Sites, CSD, and Sales teams
- Oversee the phasing in and out of products, ensuring accurate Master data within Matrix
- Participate and contribute to monthly Sales and Operations meetings for all segments and markets
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, production planning
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Proficient in English, advanced Excel, and ERP systems
- Strong planning and analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
- Team player who can collaborate effectively across departments and supply sites
- Arabic is an added advantage
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Summary of the Role
- Manage and communicate demand planning activities across various supplying sites by initiating production plans based on system demand and anticipated customer orders for all four segments. The role ensures alignment with site strategies, operational targets, and local, regional, segment, and corpor
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare short and long term forecasts in close collaboration with Sales and Marketing for all four segments. Regularly measure forecast accuracy and proactively implement corrective and preventive actions as required.
- Develop realistic procurement and despatch schedules by analysing customer demand and translating this into actionable plans, balancing OTIF, inventory levels, shipping capacity, and cost considerations.
- Develop and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to your area, and support ongoing improvement initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement of the planning process by making full use of existing Matrix functionalities and introducing new best practice approaches aligned with the Jotun Operations System.
- Foster effective communication with Production Sites, CSD, and Sales teams to ensure optimal information flow for daily planning activities.
- Oversee the phasing in and out of products, ensuring that the site maintains accurate Master data within Matrix.
- Participate and contribute to monthly Sales and Operations meetings for all segments and markets to maintain focus on customer demand and deliver high quality service levels.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, production planning.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills; proficient in English, advanced Excel, and ERP systems.
- Strong planning and analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
- Team player who can collaborate effectively across departments and supply sites
Personal Qualities
- Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
- Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
- Focuses on bottom line results, identifies potential risks and monitors the financial impact of own activities.
- Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
- Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
- Take ownership and initiative for assigned tasks, and be comfortable driving work forward with support and guidance when needed
- Work independently on tasks while seeking input and feedback from more experienced colleagues when needed.
- Customer focused professional with strong communication and coordination skills
- Adaptable and eager to learn in a dynamic business environment
What we offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on the job training and our in house learning Jotun Academy.
- Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
- A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities
Languages
- English, Arabic is an added advantage
Position Information
- Company: Jotun MENA L.L.C
- Contract Type: Regular
- Time Type: Full time
- Closing Date: 19.07.2026
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