Website Alarkan Auto Spare Parts
At Al Arkan, we offer a wide range of automotive spare parts to meet your needs with our commitment to quality assurance. Thus, you can trust that our products are reliable and durable
Role Description
Forecasting sales and demand:
- analyzing historical sales data, market trends, seasonality, promotions, and other factors to predict future demand for products
- creates statistical forecasts that estimate upcoming demand and causes of errors to improve the process over time
- predict different scenarios, like the launch of a new product or a change in price, to determine the potential impacts on demand.
- Identifying risks and opportunities. by highlighting risks related to demand volatility, seasonality, promotions, etc. as well as opportunities for growth.
Forecasting inventory requirements:
- Analyzing sales forecasts, lead times, safety stock needs, and other factors to determine future inventory requirements.
Managing inventory budgets:
- Developing and maintaining inventory budgets including targets for investment levels, carrying costs, obsolete stock, etc.
Collaborating with other departments:
- works closely with sales, marketing, operations, finance, and others to align on the demand forecast. They gather relevant inputs from each group.
Managing the forecast in a demand planning system:
- maintain the forecasts in software systems and provide updated versions on a regular schedule, like monthly or quarterly.
- Create metrics to measure the supply chain cycle applied efficiently
Providing visibility into the demand picture:
- forecasts with stakeholders across the organization and explain the key drivers behind the numbers. This gives groups like procurement visibility for planning.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience as a demand planner or in a similar role
- Understanding of supply chain concepts, principles, and best practices
- Experience with supply chain planning tools and systems
- Experience with forecasting techniques and statistical analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & SAP
Location:
Work conditions:
- Friday & Saturday off
- 8 working hours from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Demand Planner with a passion for forecasting and driving efficiency, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!