Demand Planner - Healthcare Facilities - Dubai - ref. h52306719

Job Description

Job Summary:

This role involves working closely with hospital staff to gather accurate demand data, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring timely supply of critical medical materials and equipment

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with hospitals and healthcare units to collect and analyze demand requirements for various SKUs.
• Develop accurate demand forecasts to maintain optimal inventory levels, aligning closely with healthcare facilities&apos needs.
• Place and track purchase orders (POs) with suppliers to ensure stock availability and continuity of supply.
• Build and maintain effective communication channels with internal teams and suppliers, conveying demand requirements and ensuring timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels, usage trends, and order accuracy to maintain continuous availability of essential supplies.
• Create efficient replenishment plans to minimize risks associated with stockouts or excess inventory.
• Track and report key performance metrics (KPIs) related to inventory availability, forecast accuracy, and supplier reliability.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare inventory management protocols and standards.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Masters degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of demand planning experience in the healthcare or hospital industry.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, with strong skills in data analysis and inventory management software.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively coordinate demand needs with hospital teams and vendors.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.