Head of Supply Chain Planning
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About the Role
Emirates Leisure Retail is seeking a Head of Supply Chain Planning to own the end-to-end planning function. The role involves synchronizing supply and demand, driving S&OP/IBP cadence, and optimizing inventory and working capital.
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Responsibilities
- Define and govern the end to end supply chain planning strategy aligned to business objectives
- Own, chair, and mature the S&OP/IBP cadence, ensuring one aligned plan across Demand, Supply, and Finance
- Optimise inventory strategy aimed at delivering improved service level to all channels whilst minimising working capital
- Align at the channel level to drive integrated planning through ranging and replenishment strategy
- Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, data governance, and systems adoption
- Own planning impact on P&L drivers: service levels, inventory investment, write offs/obsolescence, working capital, KPI’s
- Lead annual/quarterly planning targets and risk mitigation plans for inventory and availability
- Partner with Finance to translate plans into financial outlooks and scenario options
- Build strong collaboration with Commercial/Category/Channel leaders to align priorities
- Ensure clear governance across channels with agreed service targets and inventory policies
- Enable cross functional collaboration and fast resolution of planning execution blockers
Requirements
- At least 10 years of Supply Chain experience within FMCG/F&B
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management (or equivalent)
- Understanding/Experience working with an ERP and business planning tools
- Prior S&OP/IBP experience
- Knowledge in International purchasing
- Process oriented with a systematic approach to issues
- Highly analytical & numerate, with the ability to interpret large amounts of information
- Ability to effectively communicate, influence, and challenge others
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Job Purpose
- Own the end to end planning function, synchronising supply and demand to deliver best in class outcomes across channels and categories. Through effective leadership and cross functional collaboration, drive superior product availability while optimising inventory and working capital.
Key Position Accountabilities
- Define and govern the end to end supply chain planning strategy aligned to business objectives (growth, service, working capital)
- Own, chair, and mature the S&OP/IBP cadence, ensuring one aligned plan across Demand, Supply, and Finance
- Optimise inventory strategy aimed at delivering improved service level to all channels whilst minimising working capital
- Align at the channel level to drive integrated planning through ranging and replenishment strategy
- Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, data governance, and systems adoption
- Own planning impact on P&L drivers: service levels, inventory investment, write offs/obsolescence, working capital, KPI’s, etc.
- Lead annual/quarterly planning targets and risk mitigation plans for inventory and availability
- Partner with Finance to translate plans into financial outlooks and scenario options
- Build strong collaboration with Commercial/Category / Channel leaders to align priorities, promotions, and assortment changes with supply capability, whilst also holding them to account
- Ensure clear governance across channels with agreed service targets and inventory policies
- Enable cross functional collaboration and fast resolution of planning execution blockers
Selection Criteria Essential
- At least 10 years of Supply Chain experience within FMCG/F&B
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management (or equivalent)
- Understanding/Experience working with an ERP and business planning tools
- Prior S&OP/IBP experience
- Knowledge in International purchasing
- Process oriented with a systematic approach to issues
- Highly analytical & numerate, with the ability to interpret large amounts of information
- Ability to effectively communicate, influence, and challenge others
Critical Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Passion
- Teamwork
- Knowledge and Skills
- Integrity
- Planning and Organizing
- Influence
- Strong Numerical and Analytical Thinking
- Communication
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