Summary
alfanar is seeking a Material Planning Specialist for its alfanar electric operations in Dubai, UAE. The role reviews material needs against forecasts, production schedules, and inventory reports, and prepares requisitions for procurement. Responsibilities include monitoring stock, coordinating with procurement, warehouse, production, logistics, sales, and quality teams, and reporting planning performance and supply risks. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 2 to 4 years of work experience.
The posting
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Requisition ID:30341
CityAES Product UAE
Group overview:
Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.
alfanar is involved in:
- Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
- Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
- Allied Engineering Services
Our Main Divisions:
- alfanar electric
- alfanar Construction
- alfanar Building Systems
alfanar electric
alfanar electric is the industrial arm of alfanar, manufacturing a variety of low, medium and high voltage electrical construction products.
alfanar electric operates industries in:
- Riyadh and Jubail, Saudi Arabia
- Dubai, UAE
- London, UK
alfanar has a development and engineering center in Chennai, India.
Industrial Complex, Riyadh
The center of alfanar’s industrial activities is alfanar Industrial Complex situated in the Third Industrial Zone on Al-Kharj Road, Riyadh.
Spread across 700,000 square meters, the Complex houses alfanar’s facilities.
The Complex has a comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.
Job Purpose
To execute material planning activities by reviewing demand, monitoring inventory levels, and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely availability of materials for production. The role supports operational efficiency by maintaining accurate planning data, monitoring performance, and addressing risks related to material supply.
Key Accountability Areas
Material Planning Execution
- Apply established material planning procedures in line with departmental requirements.
- Review material needs based on forecasts, production schedules, and inventory reports.
- Prepare and issue material requisitions to procurement within required timelines.
Inventory Monitoring
- Monitor stock levels of raw materials, components, and consumables to avoid shortages or excess.
- Coordinate with warehouse teams to maintain accurate inventory data and resolve variances.
- Suggest adjustments to stock policies based on usage trends and supplier lead times.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with procurement to follow up on supplier deliveries.
- Work with production planning teams to match material availability to manufacturing schedules.
- Coordinate with sales, logistics, and quality teams to ensure smooth material flow.
Performance Tracking and Reporting
- Monitor KPIs related to material availability, stock accuracy, and fulfillment rates.
- Prepare routine status reports on material planning for review by the Section Manager or Manager.
- Highlight issues affecting planning accuracy and propose corrective measures.
Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Detect potential risks such as delays, shortages, or inaccuracies in forecasts.
- Recommend mitigation actions, including safety stock adjustments or alternative sourcing options.
Role Accountability
HR Proficiency:
- Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
- To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.
Delivery:
- Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
- Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
- Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.
Problem-Solving:
- Solve any related problems arise and escalate any complex operational issues.
Quality:
- Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.
Business Process Improvements:
- Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.
Compliance:
- Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.
Health, Safety, and Environment:
- Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.
Academic Qualification
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Work Experience
2 to 4 Years
Technical / Functional Competencies
Materials Flow Analysis
Materials Handling