111 Demand Planner jobs in Saudi Arabia

• Review and refine forecasts monthly or weekly to reflect actual demand signals
• Predictive Analytics, Statistical forecasting, trend analysis
• Real-Time Data Analysis & Market Responsiveness
• Oversee PO process, ensure timely ordering
• Coordinate with Commercial & supplier, and logistics for Delivery time slot
• Ensure having required Scheduling balance based on PO volume and DC capacity
• Maintain policy adherence, improve procurement workflows
• Collaborate on improvement or innovation initiatives
• Conduct regular performance reviews with key suppliers.
• Ensure data accuracy in demand planning system
• Recommend new tools, templates, or metrics for better demand planning outcomes

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of S&OP and integrated business planning processes
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

About the Role
:

• The Demand Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate sales and demand forecasts. As well as coordinating & communicating with multiple teams to develop monthly & weekly sales forecasts, along with incorporating historical sales seasonality & trends.

Responsibilities
:

• Responsible for ensuring the correct inventory at the stores by analyzing the current inventory status and updating the ordering parameters.
• Daily monitoring of stock movement, running report of daily inventory and sales for forecasting demand.
• Maintaining parameters of the replenishment model and making sure it is accurately input.
• Preparing demand forecasts and initiating ordering to the suppliers and tracking receipt of such orders.
• Managing the relevant inventory in coordination with the Account Managers
• Ensuring timely and accurate analysis and reporting of inventory and purchase forecasts
• Dispatching orders to stores and ensuring proper tracking
• Liaising with suppliers for improving collaborative forecasting planning and replenishment
• Ensuring maintenance of appropriate and accurate records of in-stock and inventory position are kept.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in the demand planning field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in demand forecasting, reporting, and inventory analysis.
• Moderate to advanced knowledge of
  MS Excel
  (pivot tables, formulas, linking Google Sheets, etc.).
• Familiarity with
  Odoo ERP system
  .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

We're Hiring – Demand Planner

Since 2004, Entaj has grown into one of Saudi Arabia's leading poultry producers, with an annual capacity of over 90 million birds and an ambitious plan to reach 185 million by 2026. Committed to food security and sustainability, Entaj continues to deliver high-quality poultry products using world-class, environmentally friendly technologies.

About the Role:

As a Demand Planner, you will be responsible for developing accurate sales forecasts, aligning demand with production, and ensuring seamless coordination between sales, operations, and supply chain teams. This role is critical in driving efficiency, supporting decision-making, and meeting customer needs.

Key Accountabilities

Sales Forecasting

• Operate the DPW model to establish accurate forecasts based on historical sales data, promotional history, and competitor activity adjustments.
• Maintain accurate historical sales data, including annotations for specific ENTAJ activities, competitor actions, weather conditions, or logistical disruptions, in order to generate a smoothed and reliable forecast curve.
• Develop forecasts by channel, route, customer, and SKU, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all business segments.
• Continuously revise forecasts in line with actual sales performance across different lead horizons (13 weeks, 2 weeks, etc.).
• Utilize sales forecasts.

Sales Requirements Collection

• Collate final order adjustments by route across all regions and sales channels.
• Coordinate with sales teams to investigate and resolve deviations between actual orders and forecasted demand.
• Work closely with the Senior Manager Sales and Channel Managers to allocate products effectively, ensuring alignment between production capacity and sales forecast requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of sales outlets within the assigned area to help Channel Managers monitor and optimize product reach.
• Conduct product mix planning to maximize sales potential.
• Prepare sales orders for production, factoring in capacity constraints and operational feasibility.
• Coordinate with production teams to align actual production figures (by product group) with forecasted requirements.
• Partner with Senior Manager Sales and Channel Managers to project and allocate available product types and quantities effectively.
• Provide periodic and ad-hoc reporting support to the Senior Manager Sales, ensuring timely and accurate insights for decision-making.

Operating Environment

This role requires the collation and analysis of data to generate actionable insights that support the Senior Manager Sales in strategic and operational decision-making. It follows structured processes for timely data collection across the sales and marketing department and plays a pivotal role in sales planning and order fulfilment.

Communication & Working Relationships

Internal:

• Collaborates with Senior Manager Sales, Channel Managers, and the Poultry Processing Plant to ensure effective sales order fulfilment.
• Collects and consolidates data from multiple internal sources to support accurate forecasting and planning.

Decision Making

• Decides the formats and the frequency of incoming data.
• Decides the release of forecasts to users and assimilates the feedback.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of demand planning experience.
• Strong analytical and Excel/ERP skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Detailed knowledge of RDBMS (Relational Database Management Systems).
• Detailed knowledge of Route accounting.

Job description

The Demand Planner is responsible for forecasting product demand to ensure that inventory levels meet customer needs while minimizing excess and obsolete stock. This role works closely with sales, marketing (when available - currently Promotion), supply chain, and finance teams to develop accurate demand forecasts, monitor performance, and improve forecasting accuracy over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain short- and long-term demand forecasts using statistical tools and historical data.
• Analyze trends, seasonality, market changes, and promotional impacts to assess demand variability.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to incorporate market intelligence into forecasts.
• Align inventory levels with forecasted demand in partnership with Sales and Business Development.
• Support business planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles with Finance and Sales teams.
• Communicate forecast changes and risks to key stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and analyze variances between forecast and actual sales.
• Generate reports and dashboards to assess forecast performance and inventory health.
• Identify root causes of forecast errors and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes using SLIM4 and Power BI.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of planning systems and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics (depending on level).
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (NetSuite), and forecasting tools (e.g., SLIM4, Oracle Fusion).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process.
• Familiarity with statistical forecasting methods (Seasonality, exponential smoothing, etc.).
• Advanced Excel, Power Bi, SQL.
• Experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retail, Wholesale or Agent environment.

Black & Grey HR is partnering with a well-established retail group in Saudi Arabia for their supermarket division. Our client is looking for a Demand Planner who will be responsible for ensuring optimal product availability, efficient inventory management, and accurate sales forecasting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts across all supermarket product categories using statistical models, historical sales data, and market insights.
• Collaborate with category managers, supply chain, and sales teams to align demand plans with business objectives and promotional activities.
• Monitor sales trends, seasonal demand patterns, and market dynamics to adjust forecasts and prevent stock-outs or overstocking.
• Ensure accurate inventory planning and replenishment strategies to achieve targeted service levels and minimize waste.
• Participate in S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) meetings, providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Track forecast accuracy, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with suppliers and logistics teams to ensure timely product availability.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards for management on demand trends, forecast accuracy, and inventory status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in the retail or FMCG sector.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in demand planning tools, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across departments.
• Knowledge of supermarket operations, product assortment, and local market trends in KSA is highly desirable.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Career growth opportunities within a reputed retail group
• Dynamic work environment

• Review and refine forecasts monthly or weekly to reflect actual demand signals.
• Predictive Analytics, Statistical forecasting, trend analysis
• Real-Time Data Analysis & Market Responsiveness
• Oversee PO process, ensure timely ordering
• Coordinate with Commercial & supplier, and logistics for Delivery time slot
• Ensure having required Scheduling balance based on PO volume and DC capacity
• Maintain policy adherence, improve procurement workflows
• Collaborate on improvement or innovation initiatives
• Conduct regular performance reviews with key suppliers.
• Ensure data accuracy in demand planning system
• Recommend new tools, templates, or metrics for better demand planning outcomes.

• 2+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of S&OP and integrated business planning processes
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Khobar, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 02/16/2025

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Demand Planner to manage and optimize our demand forecasting process. The role involves analyzing sales trends, market data, and inventory levels to ensure accurate demand planning and supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align demand forecasts with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and business intelligence.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to incorporate market insights into demand planning.
• Monitor and analyze demand fluctuations, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance demand, supply, and cost efficiency.
• Use statistical tools and forecasting software to improve demand accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
• Prepare reports and presentations on demand trends and inventory performance for stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of demand planning software and tools.
• Work closely with suppliers and production teams to ensure supply aligns with demand.
• Develop contingency plans for demand fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and statistical forecasting.
• Proficiency in demand planning tools such as SAP APO or similar software.
• Advanced PowerBI skills or similar apps.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in FMCG, Retail, Manufacturing, or E-commerce industries.
Knowledge of S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes.

Khobar, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 02/17/2025

The Senior Demand Planner Specialist is responsible for analyzing and forecasting product demand to ensure optimal inventory levels and supply chain efficiency. This role involves collaborating with various departments to develop accurate demand plans and improve forecasting techniques.

• Forecasting: Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using statistical methods and advanced analytics.
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to gather information on market trends, promotions, and product launches.
  
• Data Analysis: Analyze historical sales data and market trends to inform demand planning decisions.
  
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and recommend actions to minimize excess stock and stockouts.
  
• Reporting: Prepare and present demand reports and forecasts to management and stakeholders.
  
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving forecasting processes and tools.
  
• Cross-Functional Projects: Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance overall supply chain performance.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  
• 5+ years of experience in demand planning or supply chain management.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Proficiency in demand planning software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  

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Demand Planner Saudi Arabia (f/m/d)
Responsibilities

• Plan demand for a portfolio of products, ensuring excellent forecast accuracy and timely replenishment to meet customer service targets.
• Achieve agreed KPIs such as SFD (Sales Forecast Development), ICSL (Internal Customer Service Level), and SSL (Stock Service Level).
• Continuously review and update sales and production forecasts in terms of quantity and value across different time horizons (short, mid, long-term).
• Manage replenishment by placing orders to production sites, suppliers, and co-packers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Ensure forecasting input from Sales, Marketing, and other departments (e.g., promotions, launches, delistings) is timely and reliable.
• Maintain and periodically review planning master data in SAP and IBP (Integrated Business Planning) to support accurate forecasting and appropriate replenishment strategies.
• Lead or support the monthly demand planning process and contribute to the S&OP cycle.
• Monitor deviations between forecasts and actual sales and propose corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in a consumer goods or B2B environment.
• Strong command of Excel; experience with SAP, IBP, and BI tools is a strong asset.
• Good knowledge of forecasting techniques and statistical analysis.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Very good command of English (minimum B2 level).

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