Demand Planning Manager

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Build a

comprehensive business forecast

for Saudi Arabia and Export markets by distributor / channel, in both

units and value .

Lead the

monthly forecast process

with Commercial Managers and Key Account Managers, ensuring accuracy of baseline, promotion, and new launch volumes.

Aggregate forecasts

from all channels and analyze sell-in, sell-out, and stock-in-trade data to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities.

Maintain a

rolling 12-month forecast

aligned with brand strategy, retailer dynamics, and RGM (Revenue Growth Management) principles.

Ensure forecasts are

validated, updated, and communicated

to stakeholders in line with budget and trend deadlines.

Production Planning

Translate approved forecasts into

annual and monthly production plans

in SAP, considering historical sales, current trends, and material availability.

Prepare

quarterly raw and packaging material calculations

to support timely purchasing for upcoming production cycles.

Create and review

material purchase requests

based on SAP planning results and sales forecasts.

Monitor and adjust production schedules

to address near-expiry materials, new orders, or changes in market demand.

Track

daily and monthly production performance

versus plan, ensuring timely completion of manufacturing targets.

Inventory & Stock Management

Monitor inventory levels of

Finished Goods, Raw Materials, and Packaging Materials

to prevent shortages or overstocks.

Align with warehouse and supply teams to ensure

smooth flow of materials

and finished goods dispatch as per monthly production plans.

Conduct

annual safety stock reviews

for accuracy and alignment with lead times and demand volatility.

Support stock-in-trade optimization for key distributors and retailers, aligning targets with business strategy.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate closely with

Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and Production

teams to ensure integrated business planning.

Provide

objective feedback

and propose adjustments to commercial forecasts based on factual data.

Communicate proactively with stakeholders regarding

forecast accuracy, demand changes, and production priorities .

Ensure alignment between

business planning tools , production systems (SAP), and reporting dashboards (Excel / Power BI).

Reporting & Analytics

Develop and maintain

forecast accuracy dashboards

and

plan vs. production reports .

Perform

root-cause analysis

for forecast deviations and highlight corrective actions.

Present

monthly business performance reports

summarizing forecast accuracy, production output, and material utilization.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Supply Chain

Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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