Demand Planning & Supply Chain Manager
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About the Role
Seeking a Demand Planning Manager for a leading FMCG distributor in Saudi Arabia. You will own end-to-end demand and supply planning, forecasting, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
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Responsibilities
- Own end to end demand planning and supply planning to ensure forecast accuracy and optimal stock availability
- Perform hands on demand forecasting using sales data, inventory levels, and supplier lead times
- Align procurement and replenishment plans with demand forecasts and business targets
- Manage inventory levels, shelf life, and stock aging using FEFO principles to minimize waste
- Monitor slow moving items and implement actions to reduce write offs and improve turnover
- Coordinate import and inbound supply processes, including supplier communication and documentation
- Collaborate with logistics and 3PL partners to support efficient stock movement and service levels
- Provide regular reporting on forecast accuracy, inventory performance, and supply risks
- Work closely with sales, finance, and operations teams to align planning with commercial priorities
- Drive continuous improvement of planning systems, SOPs, and forecasting methodologies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or procurement within FMCG distribution
- Strong hands on experience in forecasting and inventory management within high SKU environments
- Proven knowledge of shelf life management, FEFO principles, and stock aging control
- Experience working with FMCG products, particularly food and perishable goods
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross functional collaboration skills
- Ability to operate independently in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Experience in Saudi Arabia FMCG distribution is essential
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Overview
- Our client is a leading FMCG distributor specializing in premium food and beverage products, operating within a fast paced, high SKU environment across Saudi Arabia. They are seeking a Demand Planning Manager to be based in Jeddah, responsible for driving forecasting accuracy, optimizing inventory l
Key Responsibilities
- Own end to end demand planning and supply planning to ensure forecast accuracy and optimal stock availability
- Perform hands on demand forecasting using sales data, inventory levels, and supplier lead times
- Align procurement and replenishment plans with demand forecasts and business targets
- Manage inventory levels, shelf life, and stock aging using FEFO principles to minimize waste
- Monitor slow moving items and implement actions to reduce write offs and improve turnover
- Coordinate import and inbound supply processes, including supplier communication and documentation
- Collaborate with logistics and 3PL partners to support efficient stock movement and service levels
- Provide regular reporting on forecast accuracy, inventory performance, and supply risks
- Work closely with sales, finance, and operations teams to align planning with commercial priorities
- Drive continuous improvement of planning systems, SOPs, and forecasting methodologies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, or procurement within FMCG distribution
- Strong hands on experience in forecasting and inventory management within high SKU environments
- Proven knowledge of shelf life management, FEFO principles, and stock aging control
- Experience working with FMCG products, particularly food and perishable goods
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross functional collaboration skills
- Ability to operate independently in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Experience in Saudi Arabia FMCG distribution is essential
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