Distribution Planning Manager

Client of Tiffany

Employer Active

Posted 5 hrs ago

Experience

5 - 7 Years

Job Location

United Arab Emirates - United Arab Emirates

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Electronics/Telecomunication)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

As a core member of the regional business partnering team within Tiffany's global supply chain organization, you will contribute to our vision of becoming the next-generation luxury jeweler. Working closely with the Director, you will help build out the regional distribution planning function and supporting tools for a dynamic MEA region.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

1. Retail Supply Chain Management

  • Proactively manage store stock levels using modern tools to optimize retail performance across MEA.
  • Monitor permanent product availability in stores and implement corrective actions for seamless replenishment.
  • Manage seasonal demands and strategically plan for holiday stock builds.
  • Analyze local transfers to minimize inefficiencies and costs.
  • Collaborate with central distribution teams to ensure optimal product availability for MEA retail locations.
  • Support new store openings by preparing initial stock implementations.
  • Manage end-of-life collections to minimize depreciation.
  • Partner with the E-commerce team to support their operational activities for the region.

2. Logistics & Transportation Coordination

  • Collaborate with Logistics and Transportation teams to improve warehousing performance (where applicable), reduce lead times, and optimize costs for MEA operations.
  • Forecast volumes for relevant distribution points.
  • Estimate transportation volumes across the MEA region.
  • Continuously challenge and drive lead time improvements.
  • Coordinate logistics for new store openings in MEA.

3. Projects & Process Improvement

  • Dedicate time to continuous improvement of processes and systems within the MEA supply chain.
  • Develop new reporting tools for enhanced situational monitoring specific to the region.
  • Contribute to the development and optimization of Anaplan tools.
  • Actively participate in new supply chain projects impacting the MEA market.

Desired Candidate Profile

You are a proactive and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and possess a strong belief in continuous improvement. You are willing to roll up your sleeves to resolve challenges and use those experiences to refine underlying processes.

Qualifications:

  • 5-7 years of progressive supply chain experience, ideally within the MEA region or a similar multi-country environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Proven experience managing projects with tight deadlines and minimal supervision.
  • Excellent IT skills, particularly with Excel, Power BI, and Anaplan.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a genuine interest in working across diverse cultures and proactively addressing communication nuances specific to the MEA market.

Company Industry

  • Retail

Department / Functional Area

  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain

Keywords

  • Distribution Planning Manager

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Client of Tiffany

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