Demand & Inventory Planner
Job Description
Brief about company :-Mazrui International (Diversified holding group with businesses across different industries such as Oil & Gas, Oilfield Engineering Services, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Financial Investments, Real Estate, Construction, Trading, Distribution, Transportation, Logistics, Retail, Hospitality, Education etc.).
This role is with Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) (Part of Mazrui International).
PPC specializes in drilling fluids and associated equipment services. We increase customer asset value through the provision of cost effective, customized technical solutions in the drilling and completion fluids, solids control, filtration equipment, and waste management services.Our geographical territory covers the Middle East and Caspian with current operations in the UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, and Yemen.
Websites :-
www.ppc.ae Petrochem (PPC)
https://www.mazruiinternational.ae/ (Main Holding Group)
Demand and Inventory Planner
Job Objective
Assist the MES Supply Chain Manager in performing routine logistics activities, import/export activities, invoice preparation and inventory management.
Key Responsibilities/Duties
Demand Planning- Develop and maintain rolling demand forecasts across drilling chemicals and equipment categories
- Collaborate with commercial, technical, and operations teams to ensure accurate demand projections aligned with project timelines
- Monitor consumption trends and historical data to adjust forecasts proactively
- Conduct periodic forecast accuracy reviews and drive improvements
- Identify and evaluate sourcing requirements based on forecasted needs
- Liaise with approved vendors to ensure optimal lead times, pricing, and delivery performance
- Prepare sourcing plans in coordination with procurement and logistics teams
- Manage temporary sourcing responsibilities until a dedicated sourcing resource is onboarded
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stocks
- Maintain stock visibility and coordinate replenishment cycles
- Assess supplier performance related to delivery accuracy, responsiveness, and compliance
- Support operational readiness for new projects, including ADNOC-related operations
- Analyse historical data and project pipelines to develop accurate demand forecasts for drilling chemicals and equipment
- Align source planning with operational timelines, vendor capabilities, and project needs
- Coordinate procurement requirements and optimize supplier performance
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain supply continuity for ADNOC and regional projects
- Knowledge of drilling consumables, chemicals, and equipment is highly advantageous
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills using Excel, ERP systems, or planning tools
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Ability to work under tight timelines and manage multiple planning priorities
- 4–6 years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably in oil & gas or industrial chemicals
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field