Urban Planning Jobs in UAE

We are looking to hire a Senior Manager – Urban Planning who will be responsible for leading urban planning initiatives, managing master planning approvals, developing planning policies and regulations, and ensuring compliance with city-wide planning frameworks for our client based in Dubai, one of the largest organizations in the region.<br>This position is a 6-month contract role is renewable based on performance.<br>The role sits within the Urban Planning Department and reports directly to the Director – Urban Planning.<br>We are looking for a passionate Senior Manager – Urban Planning with extensive experience in master planning, urban development, planning regulations, land use planning, and stakeholder management. You should also have strong knowledge of urban planning standards, zoning regulations, development approvals, sustainable city planning, and working with government authorities and major developers.<br>Key Responsibilities:Lead the review, development, and implementation of urban planning policies, standards, and regulatory frameworks. Manage the review and approval of master plans, subdivision plans, land use proposals, and urban development projects. Ensure compliance with city planning regulations, zoning requirements, and urban design standards. Develop and enhance planning guidelines, approval processes, and documentation to improve operational efficiency. Conduct land feasibility assessments and evaluate planning opportunities to support sustainable urban growth. Analyse market trends, planning data, and development opportunities to support future city expansion. Build and maintain strong relationships with government entities, developers, consultants, and other key stakeholders. Resolve planning, zoning, and regulatory issues while providing practical recommendations for complex developments. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes, templates, and approval workflows. Prepare reports, planning documentation, and ensure compliance with governance and record management standards. <br>Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline. A Master's degree in Urban Planning is preferred. Minimum 8–10 years of experience in urban planning, master planning, or development regulation. Strong understanding of urban planning legislation, zoning regulations, master planning approvals, and land use planning. Experience working with government authorities, developers, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project management capabilities. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. <br>Availability:Preference will be given to candidates who are available immediately after accepting the offer. <br>We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.<br>We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to gain a deeper understanding of your profile, discuss the role in more detail, and explain the next steps in the recruitment process.

About White Crow<br>We are global talent research, insight, and sourcing specialists with offices in the UK, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, and India. Our international reach has helped us to understand and penetrate specialist markets at a global level. In addition to this, our service is also extended to complement our client’s in-house talent acquisition teams.<br>About our client<br>Since its inception in 2000, our client has emerged as a prominent and fast-growing retail group serving markets across the Middle East. The organization partners with world-class fashion and lifestyle brands, delivering globally inspired products and experiences to discerning consumers throughout the GCC. Guided by a vision to become a leading regional gateway for international retailers, the company has successfully built a broad portfolio across diverse consumer categories. Its collaborative approach with global brand partners, combined with extensive market expertise and a customer-first mindset, has enabled sustained growth and ongoing expansion across the region. Today, our client remains well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the dynamic Middle Eastern retail market.<br>As a UAEN Senior Executive - Urban Planning, you will be responsible for...<br>Supporting the preparation of re-master planning and development proposals, including research, technical studies, planning analysis, presentations and documentations for management review. Conducting benchmarking, site case analysis, land use, existing site conditions, infrastructure and future approved plans in coordination with relevant internal teams. Maintaining and updating development statistics, LUB tracker and planning databases including population assumptions, forecasts and other master plan data. Supporting community facilities provision analysis, including assessment of requirements, reviewing of proposed facilities and allocation against population and planning needs. Reviewing and process VAS applications, including land use change, Additional height, additional GFA, amalgamation and subdivision requests; coordinating with relevant stakeholders, preparing technical assessments and pre-approval forms for management review and approval. Preparation and updating of Development Control Regulations (DCRs) and related planning documents as required. Supporting in mater plan and dataset review submitted by the development team or consultants and ensure they are in line with the mater plan vision & development control regulations.<br>What you already have...<br>Bachelor’s degree Advanced Skills in Microsoft word, power point, Excel, Auto CAD, Sketchup2 years of relevant experience in related field Reliability, accuracy and confidentiality of documentation Adherence to company policy and procedure for documentation, processing in releasing data.

Role Description The Planning Officer is a part-time, hybrid role based in Abu Dhabi, with flexibility for some work from home. In this role, the individual will support strategic and operational planning across the fund’s activities, including developing work plans, timelines, and resource allocations for investment and ecosystem projects. Daily responsibilities include analyzing market and portfolio data, preparing planning reports and dashboards, and coordinating inputs from internal and external stakeholders. The role involves assisting in project planning for pipeline and portfolio initiatives, tracking progress against key milestones, and flagging risks or dependencies. The Planning Officer will also contribute to communication materials, such as planning briefs and presentations, to ensure alignment among investment, operations, and advisory teams. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Planning and Project Planning skills to structure initiatives, define milestones, and coordinate execution. Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret data, assess trends, and support evidence-based decision-making. Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to present planning insights clearly and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Candidates should possess relevant Planning or Urban Planning knowledge, or comparable experience in strategic or operational planning. Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, planning, public policy, finance, or a related field; advanced studies are an advantage. Experience in financial services, impact investing, development finance, or insurance-related sectors is beneficial. Strong proficiency in productivity and data tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software, planning or project management tools). Ability to work independently, manage part-time hours effectively, and adapt in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

We’re Hiring | GIS Specialist (Expert) / Senior Urban Planner<br>Our client is a leading multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and design consultancy in the UAE, with an established portfolio of major projects across the region. The firm brings together architects, engineers, urban planners, designers, and technical specialists to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions across complex development and master planning projects.<br>We are currently seeking an experienced GIS Specialist (Expert) / Senior Urban Planner to join their growing team.<br>Key Responsibilities<br>Lead GIS and spatial analysis activities supporting urban planning, master planning, and large-scale development projects. Develop, manage, and analyze geospatial databases, maps, spatial datasets, and planning information. Conduct advanced spatial analysis to support land-use planning, infrastructure planning, development assessments, and urban studies. Prepare high-quality GIS maps, thematic maps, analytical outputs, and visualizations for technical reports and presentations. Integrate GIS data with urban planning, architectural, infrastructure, and engineering requirements. Support the preparation of master plans, urban development strategies, land-use plans, and planning frameworks. Analyze demographic, land-use, transportation, environmental, infrastructure, and other spatial datasets to support planning and development strategies. Collaborate with architects, urban planners, engineers, landscape architects, and other multidisciplinary teams. Coordinate with clients, consultants, and relevant authorities regarding GIS data, planning requirements, and project deliverables. Ensure the accuracy, quality, consistency, and integrity of spatial data and GIS deliverables. Establish and maintain GIS standards, workflows, databases, and best practices across projects. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior GIS and planning team members. Contribute to technical reports, presentations, studies, and planning documentation.<br>Requirements<br>7+ years of professional experience in GIS, urban planning, spatial planning, or a related field. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, GIS, Geography, Geomatics, or a related discipline. Strong professional experience combining GIS and urban planning, preferably within an architecture, engineering, planning, or multidisciplinary consultancy. Advanced proficiency in Arc GIS / Arc GIS Pro and relevant GIS platforms. Strong knowledge of spatial analysis, geospatial databases, mapping, data management, and GIS visualization. Proven experience applying GIS to urban planning, master planning, land-use planning, infrastructure, and large-scale development projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and manage multiple deliverables. UAE/GCC experience is highly desirable. Knowledge of Auto CAD, Civil 3D, or other relevant design and planning software is an advantage.<br>Location: Dubai Experience: 7+ years Education: Degree in Urban Planning, GIS, Geography, Geomatics, or related field Industry: Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning Consultancy<br>#Hiring #GISJobs #GISSpecialist #Urban Planning #Urban Planner #Senior Urban Planner #GIS #Arc GIS #Master Planning #Spatial Analysis #UAEJobs #Dubai Jobs #Architecture #Engineering #Recruitment

We're Hiring: Senior Urban Planner Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to shaping sustainable, resilient, inclusive, and high-quality urban environments across diverse markets. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate across Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Real Estate, Economics, Government Relations, and Community Engagement to develop practical and forward-looking plans for cities, districts, communities, and development projects. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Urban Planner to lead urban planning studies, master planning, development frameworks, land-use strategies, spatial planning, policy analysis, and multidisciplinary planning projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong planning expertise with strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, stakeholder management, and project leadership to develop integrated urban solutions that balance economic development, mobility, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, community needs, and long-term urban resilience. Key Responsibilities Lead urban planning and master-planning projects from initial assessment through strategy, concept development, approvals, and implementation. Develop urban development strategies, spatial frameworks, land-use plans, district plans, and development guidelines. Assess existing urban conditions, land uses, development patterns, infrastructure, mobility, demographics, economic activity, and environmental constraints. Conduct site and context analysis to identify opportunities, constraints, risks, and development potential. Develop land-use strategies covering residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, institutional, industrial, recreational, civic, and mixed-use development. Prepare master plans, structure plans, development frameworks, urban design frameworks, zoning strategies, and planning studies. Define development principles, planning parameters, density strategies, building intensity, land-use distribution, and development phasing. Evaluate development scenarios and prepare alternative planning concepts based on strategic objectives and market requirements. Conduct feasibility assessments considering land use, infrastructure capacity, mobility, market conditions, development economics, and regulatory requirements. Integrate transportation, public realm, utilities, community facilities, environmental considerations, and urban design into planning proposals. Coordinate with architects, landscape architects, engineers, transportation specialists, environmental consultants, economists, and other technical disciplines. Review planning proposals, development applications, site plans, subdivision plans, zoning changes, and urban development concepts. Assess development proposals against applicable planning policies, regulations, design guidelines, and strategic objectives. Prepare planning reports, technical memoranda, planning statements, development frameworks, and executive presentations. Develop planning policies, guidelines, standards, and implementation frameworks. Review existing planning policies and identify opportunities for improvement, modernization, or alignment with development objectives. Monitor changes in planning legislation, zoning regulations, development controls, building requirements, and relevant government policies. Support planning approvals, development permits, zoning applications, land-use amendments, and regulatory submissions. Coordinate with government authorities, municipalities, planning agencies, infrastructure providers, and other regulatory stakeholders. Prepare submissions, responses, technical clarifications, and supporting documentation for planning authorities. Represent the organization in planning meetings, technical committees, stakeholder consultations, and regulatory discussions. Lead stakeholder engagement activities with government agencies, developers, landowners, investors, communities, consultants, and other interested parties. Support community consultation, public workshops, stakeholder meetings, and engagement programs associated with planning projects. Identify stakeholder concerns and incorporate relevant feedback into planning recommendations. Assess social, economic, environmental, and infrastructure implications of proposed urban development. Develop strategies that support sustainable, inclusive, accessible, and resilient communities. Integrate climate resilience, environmental sustainability, resource efficiency, green infrastructure, and low-carbon principles into urban plans. Assess urban heat, flood risk, water management, biodiversity, environmental constraints, and climate adaptation opportunities. Develop strategies for walkability, active mobility, public transportation, connectivity, and multimodal accessibility. Coordinate transportation and mobility planning with land-use and development strategies. Evaluate road networks, pedestrian networks, cycling infrastructure, public transport, parking, loading, and mobility hubs. Support transit-oriented development and compact, connected urban development where appropriate. Develop public-realm strategies covering streets, plazas, parks, open spaces, waterfronts, civic spaces, and pedestrian environments. Establish urban design principles relating to built form, streetscape, frontage, height, density, massing, public realm, and visual character. Coordinate with landscape architecture teams on parks, open-space networks, green corridors, and public-realm strategies. Evaluate development capacity, population projections, employment growth, land requirements, and infrastructure needs. Conduct demographic, socioeconomic, land-market, and development-trend analysis to inform planning decisions. Develop urban growth scenarios and long-term development forecasts. Prepare phasing and implementation strategies for large-scale developments, districts, and city expansions. Establish planning priorities, implementation actions, governance structures, and delivery mechanisms. Develop development-control frameworks and planning standards that support consistent implementation. Use GIS, spatial analysis, mapping, planning databases, and other digital tools to analyze urban conditions and communicate planning concepts. Prepare spatial datasets, thematic maps, development scenarios, land-use diagrams, and planning visualizations. Key Performance Indicators Urban planning project delivery rate Project schedule adherence Project budget performance Planning deliverable quality Planning approval success Regulatory submission timeliness Regulatory compliance rate Master plan completion Development framework completion Planning study completion Stakeholder satisfaction Client satisfaction Stakeholder engagement participation Planning consultation response rate Development scenario completion Land-use optimization Development capacity accuracy Infrastructure planning alignment Transportation and mobility integration Public-realm planning quality Sustainability target achievement Climate-resilience integration GIS and spatial-data accuracy Planning analysis quality Consultant performance Planning review turnaround time Regulatory issue resolution Planning risk closure Implementation-plan completion Development-phasing performance Planning-policy improvement initiatives Community feedback incorporation Planning-related project changes Technical review completion Planning team productivity Staff development and mentoring Business development contribution Client retention Continuous-improvement implementation Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in urban planning, master planning, spatial planning, land-use planning, urban development, city planning, development planning, or urban design, preferably within an international consultancy, government authority, real estate developer, infrastructure organization, or multidisciplinary planning environment. The candidate should demonstrate:Strong understanding of urban planning principles, land-use planning, development frameworks, and spatial strategy. Experience leading complex urban planning and master-planning projects. Strong knowledge of zoning, development controls, planning policies, and regulatory approval processes. Experience preparing master plans, structure plans, land-use plans, development frameworks, and planning studies. Strong understanding of urban design, built form, density, development capacity, and public-realm principles. Experience integrating transportation, infrastructure, environmental, economic, and social considerations into urban plans. Strong knowledge of sustainable urban development, climate resilience, and inclusive planning principles. Experience conducting site analysis, spatial analysis, development scenarios, and planning feasibility assessments. Strong GIS and spatial-analysis capabilities. Experience working with government authorities, municipalities, developers, landowners, communities, and technical consultants.

Urban Development Experts – Global Gateway Transport and Urban Facility 2<br>About NTU International A/SNTU International A/S is a leading international consulting company providing project management and technical advisory services worldwide. NTU works extensively with European Union institutions, international financial institutions, development agencies, and public sector clients across transport, infrastructure, urban development, climate resilience, governance, and sustainable investment.<br>NTU International is preparing a proposal for the project “Global Gateway Transport and Urban Facility 2 – EC-INTPA/2026/EA-RP/0006.”<br>The overall objective of the project is to support the global transition towards inclusive, smart, clean, safe, secure, resilient and sustainable transport and cities in partner countries, in line with the Global Gateway strategy and the European Green Deal's geopolitical offer.<br>The contract is expected to start in January 2027 and will have an implementation period of 48 months. Experts may be mobilised for short-term technical assistance assignments globally, with a particular focus on Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Asia and the Pacific.<br>We are seeking experienced professionals across a broad range of urban development, planning, infrastructure and sustainability disciplines to join our Urban Development Experts Talent Pool.<br>Key Responsibilities Supporting the identification, preparation, appraisal and implementation of sustainable urban development projects and programmes. Conducting urban diagnostics, prefeasibility and feasibility studies, technical assessments, economic and financial analyses, and urban development studies. Supporting integrated urban planning, land-use planning and the preparation of urban development strategies and master plans. Supporting the development of smart, green, inclusive, safe and climate-resilient cities. Advising public authorities on urban policies, regulatory frameworks, institutional arrangements and urban governance reforms. Supporting the preparation of urban investment pipelines aligned with Global Gateway and European Green Deal priorities. Integrating sustainable urban mobility and accessibility considerations into urban development planning. Supporting urban regeneration, public space development, nature-based solutions and green infrastructure. Integrating climate change adaptation and mitigation, disaster risk reduction, environmental sustainability and resilience into urban investments. Supporting socially inclusive urban development, including gender equality, accessibility and human rights considerations. Conducting economic and financial assessments and supporting the identification of appropriate financing mechanisms, including private sector participation and PPPs. Supporting infrastructure maintenance, asset management and life-cycle approaches to urban infrastructure. Contributing to institutional strengthening, knowledge creation, training and capacity-building activities. Facilitating coordination between municipal and national authorities, EU Delegations, IFIs, private sector stakeholders, civil society and development partners.<br>Requirements Minimum 5 years of professional experience in urban development, urban planning, municipal infrastructure or related sectors, with expertise in one or more of the following areas:Integrated urban planning and sustainable urban development;Urban and regional planning;Urban regeneration and neighbourhood development;Sustainable urban mobility and accessibility;Smart cities and urban digitalisation;Green cities, green infrastructure and nature-based solutions;Climate-resilient urban development and climate adaptation;Urban environmental management and decarbonisation;Disaster risk reduction and urban resilience;Municipal infrastructure and urban services;Public spaces and inclusive urban design;Land-use planning and spatial development;Urban governance, policy and institutional reform;Social inclusion, gender equality and accessibility in urban development;Urban economics and municipal finance;Urban infrastructure investment planning and project preparation;Public-private partnerships and private sector participation in urban development;Infrastructure asset management and maintenance;Monitoring and evaluation of urban development programmes. Experience in international technical assistance, donor-funded and/or IFI-financed projects is highly desirable. Professional experience in Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and/or Asia and the Pacific will be considered a strong asset. Familiarity with Global Gateway, the European Green Deal, G20 Principles for Quality Infrastructure Investment, sustainable urban development frameworks and international good practices is advantageous. Experience working with municipalities, national authorities, urban agencies, IFIs, development partners, civil society and/or private sector stakeholders is desirable. Strong analytical, coordination, stakeholder engagement and reporting skills.<br>Language Requirements Excellent command of English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish will be considered a strong asset depending on the assignment.<br>Please note that inclusion in the expert pool does not guarantee immediate assignment. Experts will be contacted based on specific project requirements, availability and matching qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

White Space has partnered with a lead UAE based Architectural practice who are seeking to add a new Senior Urban Designer to their team.<br>Title: Senior Urban Designer Salary: 20k - 25k DOE<br>The Senior Urban Designer takes a leading role in shaping and delivering high-calibre urban environments at every scale, from citywide masterplans through to public realm and streetscape detailing. The position calls for a blend of design excellence, project coordination, and stakeholder management, with the goal of producing sustainable, buildable urban design outcomes that align with the region's planning frameworks.<br>Roles & Responsibilities:<br>Lead and support urban design concepts, masterplans, and public realm strategies across mixed-use, residential, commercial, waterfront, and civic projects. Create place-sensitive designs that enhance liveability, sustainability, and identity. Translate design visions into detailed frameworks, guidelines, and technical documentation. Integrate land use, mobility, infrastructure, landscape, and placemaking into unified proposals. Conduct site and contextual analysis covering land use, movement, environment, regulations, and socio-economic factors. Identify site constraints and opportunities to guide design decisions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, planners, landscape architects, and engineers. Liaise with clients, government entities, and regulatory authorities across the UAE. Present design rationale at stakeholder workshops to secure buy-in and approvals. Ensure designs meet UAE authority regulations and relevant sustainability frameworks (e.g. Estidama, LEED, WELL). Prepare and quality-check masterplanning packages for authority submission. Produce drawings, diagrams, 3D models, and visualisations to convey design concepts. Develop presentations and reports for internal and external audiences. Support the Project Lead with tracking schedules, deliverables, and resourcing. Mentor mid-level and junior colleagues. Stay current on trends in urban design, masterplanning, and sustainability practice. Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and design quality initiatives. Experience & Qualifications<br>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Design, Architecture, Urban Planning, or a comparable field.7–8 years' relevant experience, ideally gained within the Middle East/UAE market. Demonstrated track record delivering masterplanning and urban design work across a range of scales, backed by a strong portfolio spanning concept design, technical delivery, and built projects. Solid understanding of local authority processes and masterplanning stages. Chartered status or professional membership considered a plus. Confident working knowledge of: Adobe Creative Cloud, Auto CAD, Sketch Up, Enscape.<br>Beneficial: Rhino + Grasshopper and/or Sketch UpBIM software Climate/environmental modelling tools GIS platforms

Job Purpose<br><br>Lead the Group Design Planning & Services function as the integrated backbone of the Group Design Studio, connecting master planning, infrastructure planning and engineering, public realm, architecture, interior design, design management and design innovation. Establish governance, programme, data and performance frameworks that enable coordinated design delivery, design excellence, efficiency and scalability across a multi-project portfolio.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Design Governance and Integration<br><br>Establish end-to-end design frameworks integrating all disciplines, with common standards, interfaces, decision pathways and accountabilities. Establish unified design governance, procedures and quality frameworks across disciplines. Act as central integrator across design teams, resolving interface risks and ensuring coherent end-to-end design outcomes.<br><br><br>Programme, Resources and Consultants<br><br>Lead design programme planning, resource orchestration and milestone governance across all design disciplines. Proactively manage interdependencies across planning, infrastructure, buildings and interiors, optimising resource deployment across concurrent developments. Develop and manage the integrated design procurement strategy, coordinating consultant scopes, interfaces, performance expectations and commercial compliance. Maintain consistency of design intent and accountability across the consultant ecosystem.<br><br><br>Data, Digital and AI<br><br>Own the Studio's integrated data and systems architecture, providing visibility of progress, dependencies, resources, risks and decisions. Embed AI-enabled tools, including large language models and agents, to improve scenario planning, tracking, risk detection, reporting and cross-discipline coordination.<br><br><br>Performance and Studio Operations<br><br>Deliver portfolio insights to the Group Chief Design Officer and Governance Committees on progress, quality, dependencies, resources and delivery risk. Lead Studio operational support, setting team objectives, developing capability and ensuring scalable, agile and responsive delivery across multiple concurrent developments. <br><br><br>KEY MEASURES OF SUCCESS<br><br>Critical design milestones delivered in line with approved portfolio programmes. Identified cross-disciplinary interface risks resolved within agreed timeframes. Compliance with Group design governance and quality standards. <br><br><br>Experience Requirements<br><br>14+ years of relevant experience in design planning, design management, design operations or a related built-environment discipline.6+ years in managerial leadership roles. <br><br><br>Technical And Interpersonal Skills<br><br>Design planning and programme governance Cross-disciplinary design integration Consultant and procurement management Data, digital and AI-enabled workflow optimisation Stakeholder management Strategic planning and problem solving Microsoft Office, Power Point and Excel Project and portfolio management platforms Design, common data environment (CDE) and collaboration platforms Analytics, AI and large language model tools; workflow automation tools<br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Design Management or a related discipline (required) Master's degree (preferred) Relevant professional certification or membership (preferred) <br><br><br>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

<ul><li><p>Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules for power, substation, civil, electrical, and MEP works.</p></li><li><p>Prepare baseline schedules in coordination with Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, QA/QC, HSE, and Commissioning teams.</p></li><li><p>Develop detailed Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), activity networks, logic relationships, durations, calendars, and resource requirements.</p></li><li><p>Establish project planning methodologies, coding structures, progress measurement systems, and schedule control procedures.</p></li><li><p>Prepare detailed engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover schedules.</p></li><li><p>Integrate multidisciplinary schedules covering civil, electrical, mechanical, MEP, engineering, procurement, logistics, and commissioning activities.</p></li><li><p>Develop and maintain Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 schedules as required by project requirements.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and update baseline, recovery, catch-up, look-ahead, and revised project schedules.</p></li><li><p>Monitor actual progress against approved baseline schedules and identify deviations, delays, and critical activities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare critical path analysis and identify activities that may impact key project milestones.</p></li><li><p>Analyze schedule slippage and develop recovery strategies in coordination with project teams.</p></li><li><p>Prepare weekly and monthly progress updates, including planned versus actual progress, forecast completion dates, and key schedule risks.</p></li><li><p>Develop and monitor short-term and three-week/look-ahead schedules for construction teams.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with site teams to collect accurate progress data and validate actual physical progress.</p></li><li><p>Establish progress measurement systems and calculate planned value, earned value, and actual progress where applicable.</p></li><li><p>Prepare progress curves, S-curves, manpower histograms, productivity reports, and other project control dashboards.</p></li><li><p>Monitor engineering deliverables and ensure alignment between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning schedules.</p></li><li><p>Track procurement activities, material submittals, manufacturing, inspections, deliveries, and site availability of critical materials.</p></li><li><p>Monitor construction productivity, manpower deployment, equipment utilization, and resource requirements against approved plans.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with procurement and project teams to identify long-lead items and assess their impact on project milestones.</p></li><li><p>Maintain and update project schedules based on approved variations, design changes, scope changes, and revised execution strategies.</p></li><li><p>Conduct schedule risk analysis and identify potential impacts on cost, resources, milestones, and project completion.</p></li><li><p>Prepare delay analysis and support the Project Manager and commercial team in assessing extension-of-time claims and schedule-related contractual matters.</p></li><li><p>Track project milestones, contractual deliverables, authority approvals, inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain updated schedules and monitor their performance against commitments.</p></li><li><p>Review subcontractor schedules and integrate approved programs into the overall project master schedule.</p></li><li><p>Prepare schedule narratives explaining progress, delays, recovery actions, critical issues, and forecast completion.</p></li><li><p>Participate in project planning, progress, coordination, and management meetings and provide planning inputs.</p></li><li><p>Maintain accurate planning records, schedule revisions, progress data, and supporting documentation.</p></li><li><p>Provide management with early warnings regarding schedule risks, resource constraints, procurement delays, and potential project slippage.</p></li><li><p>Support cost and project controls teams with schedule information for forecasting, earned value analysis, and project reporting.</p></li><li><p>Mentor junior planning engineers and support the development of planning and project-control capabilities within the team.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.</p></li><li><p>Typically 7–10 years of relevant planning and project controls experience, preferably within power, EPC, infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects.</p></li><li><p>Strong experience in planning and scheduling multidisciplinary power projects, substations, and infrastructure works.</p></li><li><p>Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or equivalent project planning software.</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of project scheduling principles, WBS, critical path analysis, baseline management, progress measurement, and schedule control.</p></li><li><p>Experience developing and maintaining engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover schedules.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of civil, electrical, MEP, procurement, and commissioning activities within power projects.</p></li><li><p>Experience preparing S-curves, manpower histograms, progress reports, look-ahead schedules, and schedule narratives.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of earned value management, productivity monitoring, resource loading, and forecasting.</p></li><li><p>Experience in delay analysis, recovery planning, schedule impact assessment, and extension-of-time support.</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of project controls, risk management, and change management.</p></li><li><p>Ability to collect, validate, analyze, and present project progress data accurately.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and other project reporting tools.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical, organizational, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and manage tight project deadlines.</p></li><li><p>UAE/GCC project experience is preferred.</p></li></ul><p>Preferred Experience</p><ul><li><p>Experience in HV/EHV substations, power transmission and distribution, power infrastructure, or major EPC projects.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing integrated schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and energization.</p></li><li><p>Experience with Primavera P6 resource loading, schedule updates, baseline control, and delay analysis.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with utility/client reporting requirements and UAE/GCC project environments.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with major EPC contractors, consultants, and utility clients.</p></li><li><p>Professional certification such as PMP, PMI-SP, AACE, or equivalent project controls qualification will be an advantage.</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>Interview Details</strong></p><br><p><strong>Date: Sat - Sun, 5th - 6th September 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM</strong></p><p><strong>Venue: Swissotel, Al Murjan Hall 1 & 2, Umar Bin Al Khattab Road, Deira Dubai</strong></p><br><p><strong>Documents Required</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>CV</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Passport Copy</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Educational Certificate</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Experience Certificates</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Utility Approvals</strong></p></li></ul>

CAR Retail Planning (CAR Merchandise Planning, Assortment Planning and Replenishment Planning): Position - Senior Retail Planning Analyst... Location - Dubai Position Overview Senior Retail Planning Analyst - Merchandise Planning, Assortment & Replenishment Department Reports to Planning Manager with dotted line to Category Management Key Responsibilities Merchandise Planning:Develop strategic merchandise plans aligned with financial targets and market trends and seasons Manage open-to-buy (OTB) planning at merchandise category level using SAP Planning for Retail Execute forecast-based requirements planning and monitor consumption patterns Analyse sales performance, margin optimization, and GMROI across product categories Coordinate planning process flow and define key performance indicators for future seasons Assortment Planning:Optimize product mix and assortment modules for specific store locations and distribution centres Manage article-to-store assignments through listing processes and master data generation Execute assortment versioning and adapt assignment periods across multiple planning versions Coordinate follow-on article replacements and store-specific exclusions within assortment modules Collaborate with category management on space allocation and presentation stock requirements Replenishment Planning:Execute automated replenishment planning using SAP Replenishment Planning. Manage dynamic and static target stock determination with safety stock optimization Monitor demand influencing factors (DIFs) including promotions, seasonality, and local events Coordinate multi-echelon replenishment (MER) between stores and distribution centres Generate and process purchase requisitions, stock transport orders, and purchase orders Technical Skills:Proficiency in SAP Retail modules (MM, SD, LE) and SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR) Experience with SAP Forecasting and Replenishment or SAP Replenishment Planning solutions Knowledge of MRP procedures, reorder point planning, and time-phased planning<br>At least two End-to-End Retail Implementation.<br>Nice to have but not mandatory: CAR POSDTA, Pricing and Promotion etc.

<p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Use and maintain the Demand Planning software as the primary forecasting system tool.</li><li>Provide input to the Supply Planning organization in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs.</li><li>Closely coordinate and communicate customer action plans with supply planning.</li><li><span style=\

Role Description As a Supply Planning Assistant, you will support supply planning activities to ensure products and materials are available in line with demand, inventory targets, and business requirements. You will assist with supply schedules, replenishment planning, inventory monitoring, and coordination with procurement, suppliers, warehouse, logistics, and operations teams. Key responsibilities include:Assist with daily and periodic supply planning and replenishment activities. Monitor inventory levels, demand requirements, open orders, and supply availability. Support the preparation and maintenance of supply plans, replenishment schedules, and purchase requirements. Analyze inventory and supply data to identify potential shortages, excess stock, supply gaps, and delivery risks. Coordinate with procurement and suppliers regarding order quantities, availability, lead times, and delivery schedules. Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to monitor inbound shipments, stock movements, and expected receipts. Maintain accurate supply, inventory, product, supplier, and planning data in relevant systems. Assist with purchase order planning and follow-up based on inventory requirements and supply plans. Monitor planned versus actual supply and highlight significant variances or potential risks. Support inventory allocation, replenishment, stock transfers, and other supply-related activities where required. Prepare supply planning reports, inventory summaries, order tracking reports, and operational updates. Assist with investigating supply delays, shortages, order discrepancies, and other planning issues. Support cross-functional planning activities with procurement, inventory, sales, merchandising, logistics, and operations teams. Contribute to improvements in supply planning accuracy, inventory efficiency, and planning processes. Perform other analytical, administrative, and operational duties related to supply planning as required. Qualifications Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related discipline. Good understanding of supply planning, inventory management, procurement, replenishment, and logistics processes. Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point. Ability to analyze inventory, supply, order, and demand data effectively. Strong organizational, coordination, and time-management skills. Good problem-solving and follow-up abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple planning activities, priorities, and deadlines. Ability to work effectively with procurement, suppliers, warehouse, logistics, inventory, and operations teams. Familiarity with ERP, supply planning, inventory management, or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems is an advantage. Proactive approach to identifying supply risks, shortages, and operational issues. Strong attention to data accuracy and process compliance. Ability to work systematically and maintain reliable planning records. Flexible and adaptable to changing supply, demand, and business requirements. Willingness to learn new planning tools, systems, and supply chain processes.

<p> <strong>WE’RE HIRING | PLANNING ENGINEER</strong></p><p> <strong>Company:</strong> Al Darwish Contracting</p><p> <strong>Hiring Type:</strong> Direct Hire</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Mussafah, Abu Dhabi</p><p> <strong>Salary:</strong> AED 7,000–10,000 per month</p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum <strong>5 years of experience</strong> as a Planning Engineer with a <strong>main contracting company ( building, villas).</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and reporting.</li><li>Experience in the contracting industry is essential.</li><li><strong>Arabic candidates preferred.</strong></li></ul><p> Are you an experienced Planning Engineer looking for your next career opportunity? We’d love to hear from you!</p>

<p>We are seeking a proactive and analytical Material Planning Executive to join our Business Planning team in Dubai. This role is responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted availability of Raw Materials and Packaging Materials required to support production plans while maintaining optimum inventory levels. </p><p>The successful candidate will work closely with Production Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to develop accurate material plans, monitor inventory, and drive planning excellence across the business. </p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li><p>Develop and maintain Raw Material and Packaging Material requirements based on production plans and demand forecasts.</p></li><li><p>Create short, medium, and long-term material plans to ensure continuous production.</p></li><li><p>Monitor inventory levels and maintain agreed stock coverage while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.</p></li><li><p>Generate purchase requisitions and coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely material availability.</p></li><li><p>Track supplier deliveries and proactively identify potential shortages or delays.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with Production Planning to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.</p></li><li><p>Analyse material consumption trends and recommend inventory optimization initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Monitor slow-moving, excess, and obsolete materials and propose corrective actions.</p></li><li><p>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly planning reports and KPIs.</p></li><li><p>Support S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) activities by providing material planning insights.</p></li><li><p>Maintain planning master data and ensure planning accuracy within ERP systems.</p></li><li><p>Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and reporting.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Qualifications & Experience</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>4–5 years of experience in Raw Material and Packaging Material Planning.</p></li><li><p>Experience within the FMCG industry is required.</p></li><li><p>Experience in the Tobacco industry is highly preferred.</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, and Production Planning.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with ERP systems (Odoo).</p></li><li><p>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Dashboards).</p></li><li><p>Experience using Power BI is considered an advantage.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.</p></li><li><p>High attention to detail and strong ownership mindset.</p><br></li></ul><p>Language Requirements</p><ul><li><p>Fluent in English (written and spoken).</p></li><li><p>Urdu language is a strong advantage.</p><br></li></ul><p>Key Competencies</p><ul><li><p>Analytical Thinking</p></li><li><p>Data-Driven Decision Making</p></li><li><p>Planning & Organizing</p></li><li><p>Critical Thinking</p></li><li><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p></li><li><p>Business Acumen</p></li><li><p>Accountability</p></li><li><p>Continuous Improvement</p></li><li><p>Time Management</p></li><li><p>Attention to Detail</p></li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><b>Overview Of The Role:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>The Assistant Planning Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the Planning function by developing accurate financial, sales, and inventory plans across various channels and markets. This role is key to forecasting sales, margin, markdown, and inventory requirements, which are essential for maintaining robust business performance and effective stock management. Collaborating closely with Merchandising, Allocation, Retail, and Supply Chain teams, the Assistant Planning Manager ensures that all plans are well-aligned and executed with precision. They contribute to the annual business planning and are instrumental in managing markdown strategies to optimize sales and profitability.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What You Will Do:</b></p><p><br></p><p>Business Planning</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Responsible for Planning Annual Business Plan by Market and Business Unit.</li><li>Deliver Weekly Warehouse Sales and Stock Intake (WSSI) for Clothing &amp; Home, Food and Total Business.</li><li>Execute Markdown Management ensuring alignment with business objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Sales &amp; Financial Planning</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Support the development of seasonal and annual sales plans by market, store, category, and channel (Retail, E-Commerce, Omnichannel).</li><li>Assist in building weekly, monthly, and seasonal sales forecasts, incorporating past performance, trends, and business drivers.</li><li>Prepare financial projections for Gross Profit, Gross Margin, Markdown, and Inventory.</li><li>Track performance versus plan and highlight risks or opportunities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Business Unit Sales Planning</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Support Planning Manager in Business Unit sales planning by season, incorporating new product strategies and potential sales gaps from the previous year.</li><li>Monitor performance against plan, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions to optimize seasonal results.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Markdown &amp; Price Optimization</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Support markdown planning, price phasing, and promotional analysis.</li><li>Track sell-through and aging stock to recommend timely markdown actions.</li><li>Partner with Merchandising to ensure markdown strategy protects margin while achieving sell-through targets.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Reporting &amp; Analysis</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Prepare weekly and monthly business performance reports including sales, margin, stock, and KPIs.</li><li>Analyze product, category, and store performance to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Identify business risks and provide insight-driven recommendations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Support Finance in validating forecasts and financial submissions.</li><li>Work with Buying and Merchandising team on Weekly BU and Dept level planning.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>System &amp; Process Support</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate planning data and product hierarchies in reporting systems.</li><li>Develop templates, dashboards, and presentations for planning reviews.</li></ul><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><p><b>Required Skills To Be Successful:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Strong analytical and numerical skills, proficient in Excel and reporting tools.</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across functions.</li><li>Advanced Excel &amp; reporting skills.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What Qualifies You For The Role:</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Retail Management, or related field.</li><li>3-5 years of experience in merchandise planning, financial planning, or retail analysis, preferably in fashion or multi-category retail.</li><li>Experience with planning systems such as JDA, Power BI, Tableau, SAP, or similar.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced retail environment.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span></span><p>We are Sisco Jobs, a recruitment consultancy based in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. We are hiring for the position of <b>Planning Engineer – MEP</b> in <b>Dubai, UAE</b>. We are seeking a skilled and motivated professional with a minimum of 5 years of experience in MEP planning. If you meet the requirements below, apply early as positions are limited.<br></p><br>Key Responsibilities<br><ul><li>Develop and maintain detailed MEP project schedules and planning documentation.<br></li><li>Prepare baseline schedules, look-ahead plans, and project progress updates.<br></li><li>Monitor MEP activities against approved schedules and identify potential delays.<br></li><li>Coordinate planning activities across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.<br></li><li>Track project milestones, resource requirements, and critical-path activities.<br></li><li>Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and schedule variance analyses.<br></li><li>Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and project teams to align MEP activities.<br></li><li>Support recovery planning and schedule revisions when project progress deviates from plan.<br></li></ul>Required Skills<br><ol><li><b>MEP Planning:</b> Strong understanding of planning requirements across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works.<br></li><li><b>Project Scheduling:</b> Ability to develop, update, and monitor detailed construction schedules.<br></li><li><b>Primavera P6:</b> Practical scheduling and project-control capability relevant to MEP projects.<br></li><li><b>Progress Monitoring:</b> Ability to measure actual progress against planned activities and milestones.<br></li><li><b>MEP Coordination:</b> Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary activities and schedule interfaces.<br></li></ol>Preferred Skills<br><ul><li>Critical Path Method (CPM) and delay analysis.<br></li><li>Resource loading and schedule optimization.<br></li><li>Advanced reporting and project-control documentation.<br></li></ul>Work Experience Requirements<br><p>Minimum <b>5 years of experience in MEP</b>, as specified. Relevant experience in planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and multidisciplinary MEP project environments is preferred.<br></p><br>Education<br><ul><li><b>Minimum:</b> Typical qualification — Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.<br></li><li><b>Preferred:</b> Relevant postgraduate qualification.<br></li><li><b>Additional:</b> Planning/project-management certifications are advantageous.<br></li></ul>Contact No-9786888866<br><br> </div>

We're Hiring: Inventory Planning Assistant / Specialist Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to improving inventory availability, working-capital efficiency, supply continuity, and operational performance across diverse markets. Our teams collaborate across Inventory Planning, Demand Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to maintain the right inventory at the right locations and at the right time. The Role We are seeking an experienced Inventory Planning Assistant / Specialist to support inventory planning, replenishment, stock optimization, supply coordination, and inventory-performance management. The ideal candidate will monitor inventory levels, analyze demand and supply information, maintain replenishment parameters, identify stock risks, coordinate purchase and transfer requirements, and support the organization in balancing product availability with inventory investment. Key Responsibilities Support the development and execution of inventory planning and replenishment processes. Monitor inventory levels across warehouses, locations, markets, products, and channels. Maintain appropriate inventory targets based on demand, lead times, service requirements, and supply constraints. Review stock levels against minimum, maximum, safety-stock, reorder-point, and target-inventory parameters. Identify stockout, low-stock, excess-stock, and slow-moving inventory risks. Prepare regular inventory reports, dashboards, and exception lists. Analyze inventory trends, movements, consumption, sales, orders, and supply availability. Review historical demand and consumption patterns to support inventory decisions. Coordinate with Demand Planning teams on forecasts, demand changes, seasonality, promotions, and new products. Translate demand requirements into inventory and replenishment requirements. Monitor supplier lead times, inbound commitments, and expected delivery dates. Coordinate with Procurement teams to ensure purchase orders support inventory requirements. Monitor purchase orders and follow up on delayed, incomplete, or at-risk supplies. Identify supply gaps that may result in stockouts or service-level risks. Recommend replenishment quantities based on approved planning parameters and business requirements. Support the calculation and review of safety stock and reorder points. Monitor inventory coverage, days of supply, stock turns, and inventory health. Review inventory exceptions and coordinate corrective actions with relevant stakeholders. Support inventory allocation across warehouses, stores, markets, or customer requirements where applicable. Coordinate stock transfers between locations to improve availability and reduce excess inventory. Support inventory balancing across multiple locations and distribution points. Monitor new-product launches and ensure initial inventory requirements are appropriately planned. Support phase-in and phase-out planning for new, replacement, and discontinued products. Identify obsolete, dormant, slow-moving, and excess inventory and support appropriate action plans. Coordinate with Sales and Commercial teams regarding significant demand changes and customer requirements. Monitor promotions, campaigns, seasonal events, and other activities that may affect inventory requirements. Support inventory planning for peak periods, holidays, seasonal demand, and major business events. Analyze supplier minimum order quantities, order multiples, case packs, and other supply constraints. Consider lead times, order cycles, shipment frequency, capacity, and supplier constraints when developing replenishment recommendations. Coordinate with Logistics and Warehousing teams to monitor inbound inventory and receiving capacity. Monitor inbound shipment status and identify potential inventory availability issues. Investigate inventory discrepancies between planning systems, ERP, WMS, physical stock, and supplier information. Support reconciliation of inventory records and investigate unusual inventory movements. Maintain accurate inventory planning parameters, product master data, supplier information, and planning records. Review item attributes, lead times, minimum order quantities, order multiples, safety stock, and replenishment settings. Support periodic reviews of inventory planning parameters based on actual demand and supply performance. Analyze supplier performance and its impact on inventory availability and working capital. Escalate recurring supplier delays, shortages, quality issues, and supply risks. Support contingency planning for supply disruptions, demand surges, logistics constraints, and other inventory risks. Prepare inventory scenarios to support changes in demand, supply, lead times, or business priorities. Assist with inventory budgeting, working-capital analysis, and stock investment planning. Monitor inventory value and identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary inventory investment. Coordinate with Finance on inventory valuation, provisions, write-offs, and working-capital information where applicable. Support inventory counts, cycle counts, reconciliation activities, and inventory audits. Ensure inventory planning activities comply with company policies, procedures, and control requirements. Maintain accurate documentation of planning decisions, assumptions, exceptions, and corrective actions. Use ERP, inventory planning, WMS, demand-planning, and business-intelligence systems to support planning activities. Develop and improve inventory dashboards, automated reports, exception alerts, and planning tools. Identify opportunities to automate repetitive inventory-planning activities. Support continuous-improvement initiatives focused on inventory availability, service levels, working capital, and planning accuracy. Provide management with regular updates on inventory risks, opportunities, performance, and recommended actions. Key Performance Indicators Inventory availability Stockout rate Service level Fill rate Inventory accuracy Inventory turnover Days of inventory on hand Days of supply Safety-stock accuracy Reorder-point effectiveness Excess inventory value Slow-moving inventory value Obsolete inventory value Inventory write-off value Working-capital efficiency Inventory carrying cost Inventory investment Forecast-to-inventory alignment Replenishment accuracy Replenishment cycle time Purchase-order fulfillment Supplier on-time delivery Supplier lead-time accuracy Inbound supply reliability Inventory transfer effectiveness Stock balancing effectiveness New-product inventory readiness Phase-out inventory performance Promotion inventory readiness Peak-period inventory availability Inventory planning parameter accuracy Planning exception resolution time Inventory discrepancy resolution time Inventory audit accuracy Planning system data accuracy Inventory reporting accuracy Inventory planning cycle time Inventory planning process compliance Working-capital improvement Inventory reduction savings Continuous-improvement implementation Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in inventory planning, supply chain planning, replenishment, stock control, demand planning, procurement planning, or supply chain operations, preferably within retail, distribution, manufacturing, e-commerce, logistics, or other inventory-intensive environments. The candidate should demonstrate:Strong understanding of inventory planning and replenishment principles. Experience monitoring inventory across multiple products, locations, or channels. Knowledge of safety stock, reorder points, minimum and maximum inventory levels, and inventory coverage. Experience analyzing demand, consumption, sales, inventory movements, and supply information. Strong understanding of inventory availability, working capital, and stock optimization. Experience coordinating with Procurement, Demand Planning, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales, and suppliers. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to identify inventory risks and develop practical corrective actions. Experience monitoring purchase orders, supplier lead times, inbound shipments, and supply commitments. Understanding of inventory segmentation, ABC analysis, safety stock, and replenishment methodologies. Experience with new-product launches, product phase-outs, promotions, and seasonal inventory planning. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Experience using ERP, WMS, inventory-planning, demand-planning, or supply-chain systems. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with reporting, dashboards, and business-intelligence tools. Ability to analyze large datasets and identify trends, exceptions, and improvement opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to manage multiple products, locations, priorities, and deadlines. Experience working with international and distributed teams. Strong understanding of inventory controls, reconciliation, and audit requirements. A proactive, analytical, organized, and continuous-improvement mindset.

<p><br></p><p>We have an urgent requirement of <strong>Manager -Planning/ Core Team Lead</strong> in one of the leading Engineering/ Construction company UAE Habshan. We have gone through your profile and it looks matching with our requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Please find a brief about the job as follows:</u></strong></p><p>Position: Manager Planning/ Core Team Lead</p><p>Location: Habshan- UAE</p><p>Leave Cycle: 1 Months/Year</p><p>Position: Long term</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p>Minimum <strong>15 years</strong> of experience, including at least <strong>1–2 years in a similar leadership role</strong>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Mandatory:</strong> All experience must be in the <strong>Oil & Gas Shutdown/Turnaround (TA) industry</strong>, with proven experience leading shutdown planning and execution teams.</p></li><li><p>To provide leadership and direction to the Planning Team in providing Planning and Scheduling functions across all disciplines.</p></li><li><p>All works to be planned in a cost-effective manner in line compliance with the clients HSE & Quality Policies in a safe manner to standards, codes, and practices</p></li><li><p>Prepare, review & submit to Client Turnaround Major Milestones (Total and summary).</p></li><li><p>Compile, Review & update Level-IV plans from the area-wise plans prepared by Area Planning Engineers and keep track monitor of the overall master schedule</p></li><li><p>Compile, Review & update Level-IV Schedule prepared by Scheduling Engineer and keep track of monitor overall master schedule</p></li><li><p>Identify Subcontractor & specialist subcontractor requirement for Turnaround. Coordinate, meeting & finalization of a subcontractor for Turnaround</p></li><li><p>Generate and analyze standard reports related to progress, efficiency, and cost on a monthly basis and to raise flag alert to the client in case of variation from standard benchmarks/budget</p></li><li><p>Prepare and submit a recovery plan for any delayed critical activity for client review and approval</p></li><li><p>Issues Monthly Reports and produces a presentation for the client on a monthly basis for various turnaround related requirements</p></li><li><p>Develop, Maintain and Update Monthly Look Ahead and provide management with a clear and detailed picture for the next 3 month to 6 months</p></li><li><p>Coordinates, update & follow up with all stakeholders directly involved in the clients' Turnaround for pending action as per monthly minutes of meeting</p></li><li><p>Identify the long lead items needs to be ordered & interact with client for necessary action</p></li><li><p>Follow-up with respective planning engineer of the core team to complete all the material reservation as per Turnaround major milestone</p></li><li><p>Follow-up with core team material Engineer for material delivery status & inform the client if there is an issue with for any potential delivery delay.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>As your profile is in a good match with our requirement and if you would like to explore the new challenging opportunity, kindly share your updated CV along with the following details:</p><br/><ul><li>Updated CV</li><li>Current Salary</li><li>Expected Salary</li><li>Current Location</li><li>Minimum Notice Period</li><li>Total planning exp. in Shutdown projects</li><li>Total no of shutdowns/turnaround handled</li></ul><br/><br/><p><strong>Thanks & Regards:</strong></p><p>Sandeep Kumar</p><p>Head Operations</p><p>Universal Talent Hub</p><p>Connecting Talent With Opportunity</p>

Role Description The Operations Planning Manager (part-time, remote) is responsible for coordinating and optimizing operational and production plans to support business goals. The role involves developing short- and medium-term capacity and production schedules, monitoring performance indicators, and adjusting plans to meet changing demand. The manager collaborates with operations, procurement, and finance teams to ensure resource utilization, timely delivery, and cost-effectiveness. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing data, preparing planning reports, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and recommending process enhancements. The role also includes participating in remote meetings, aligning stakeholders around planning priorities, and maintaining accurate documentation in planning tools and systems.<br>Qualifications<br> Candidates should possess strong Operational Planning and Planning skills to develop and maintain effective schedules and capacity plans. Candidates should possess solid Operations Management experience to coordinate cross-functional activities and ensure smooth execution of plans. Candidates should possess Production Planning capabilities to align demand forecasts with production resources and timelines. Candidates should possess advanced Analytical Skills to interpret data, identify trends, and support data-driven decision-making. Relevant qualifications such as a degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field are beneficial. Experience with planning and ERP tools, proficiency in spreadsheet software, and familiarity with remote collaboration platforms are advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a remote, part-time environment.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Planning Engineer role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Planning Engineer will develop and maintain project schedules for multiple fit-out and construction projects, coordinating timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. The role involves monitoring progress, updating schedules, preparing regular reports, and supporting project control activities to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with contractual requirements. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing productivity data, identifying risks and delays, proposing mitigation plans, and collaborating with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors. The Planning Engineer will also contribute to improving planning processes and tools to support efficient project execution across Orro’s portfolio. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Planning and Production Planning skills for managing project timelines, resources, and workflows. Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills for data analysis, forecasting, and performance monitoring. Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for clear coordination with project teams, stakeholders, and suppliers. Candidates should possess Project Control skills for tracking progress, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with project plans. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related field) or an equivalent technical qualification. Experience in construction or interior fit-out planning, preferably within the UAE or GCC region. Proficiency in project planning software (such as Primavera P6 or MS Project) and MS Office applications. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work under time-sensitive project deadlines.