EntryFull TimeEN
The UAE National Assistant Planner will support the Planning team in delivering accurate inventory, replenishment and allocation activities to maximise product availability and commercial performance. This role combines hands‑on operational planning with cross‑functional coordination across Merchandising, Buying, Logistics and Commercial teams to ensure the right product is in the right place, at the right time.
The role is ideal for a UAE national seeking to develop a career in retail planning within a fast‑paced e‑commerce environment, with exposure to forecasting, stock management and route‑to‑market processes.
Senior Planner / Planning Manager
Merchandising & Buying
Commercial and Category Teams
Logistics & Fulfilment
Sales and Customer Care
Analytics / Business Intelligence
Product and Technology teams
Suppliers and Brands
Third‑party logistics partners
Local distribution and delivery providers
Support weekly and monthly inventory reviews, monitoring stock levels and helping to maintain optimum availability across channels
Prepare replenishment recommendations based on sales trends, lead times and safety stock parameters
Assist in executing purchase orders and monitoring inbound shipments to ensure timely receipt and allocation
Help maintain accurate master data for SKUs, locations and lead times
Support allocation processes to distribute stock between warehouses, stores and online channels according to demand and commercial priorities
Assist with pre‑launch and seasonal planning activities, including stock builds and markdown planning
Work with Merchandising to understand product lifecycles and take part in range reviews
Produce routine reports on sell‑through, cover, ageing and stock accuracy to support decision making
Monitor key planning metrics and highlight risks or opportunities to senior planners
Support ad hoc analysis and simple forecasting tasks using historical sales and trend data
Collaborate with Logistics and Operations to track fulfilment performance and resolve stock discrepancies
Support Sales and Marketing initiatives by ensuring stock readiness for campaigns and promotions
Maintain planning tools and systems, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates
Contribute to process improvement projects to increase efficiency and accuracy
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
0–2 years’ experience in planning, inventory management, merchandising support or retail operations; internships or graduate placements are applicable
Experience with ERP, order management or planning tools is advantageous but not essential
Strong numerical ability and attention to detail
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; comfortable working with data and basic formulas
Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
Fluency in Arabic is desirable and beneficial for this UAE National role
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and escalate issues appropriately
Curiosity for commercial drivers and a desire to learn forecasting and planning techniques
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Collaboration
Customer Focus
Problem Solving
Stock availability and sell‑through rates
Accuracy of replenishment recommendations
Timeliness of order execution and allocations
Quality and accuracy of planning data and reports
Opportunity to develop planning skills within a leading e‑commerce business
Exposure to cross‑functional teams and commercial decision making
Structured development and training opportunities
Be part of a diverse and supportive team with clear career progression paths
