Senior Planning Officer
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| Company Name | Almarai – المراعي |
| Company Type | Private |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Salary Range | Market Competitive |
| Location | Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Experience | 5 Year+ |
Job Overview
Almarai – المراعي is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join its team in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. This pivotal role involves developing and implementing strategic planning initiatives to optimize operations and ensure efficient resource allocation within the dynamic food and beverage industry.
Company Overview
Founded in 1977, Almarai Company is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in MENA. Headquartered in Riyadh, Almarai Company is ranked as the number one FMCG Brand in the MENA region and the market leader in all its categories across GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. Over five decades of sustainable growth, Almarai has consistently provided nutritious and healthy products to consumers of all ages, driven by its core principle: “Quality you can trust.” Almarai has expanded its product range to include, in addition to dairy products, juices and beverages, baked goods, poultry, infant formula, dates, fish and seafood, and bottled water, under more than 20 brands such as Almarai, L’usine, 7DAYS, ALYOUM, Nuralac, Farm’s Select, Ice Leaf, Almira, Seama, Oska, IVAL, Almarai Pro, Premier Chef, Bakemart, and others. In 2024, Almarai reported net income of SAR 2.31 billion on sales of SAR 20.98 billion. For more information, please visit our website. https://www.almarai.com
Quick Details
- Salary Range: Market Competitive
- Job Type: Full-time
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience: 5 Year+
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive production and supply chain plans to meet business objectives.
- Analyze market trends, sales forecasts, and inventory levels to optimize planning strategies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, manufacturing, and logistics teams for seamless execution.
- Identify potential planning issues and proactively develop solutions to minimize disruptions.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare detailed reports on planning effectiveness.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes and systems to enhance efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in a planning role, preferably within the FMCG or Food & Beverage sector.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in planning software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to manage stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to contribute to the success of the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company.
- Clear pathways for professional development and career growth within a global organization.
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Exposure to advanced planning and supply chain technologies.
- Being part of a company committed to providing nutritious and healthy products.