Supply Planning Supervisor

The supply planning supervisor coordinates material availability with production and demand requirements, balancing inventory, lead times and working capital. The role monitors planning signals, reviews exceptions and collaborates across procurement, production and logistics to maintain continuity of supply. This position is part of supply planning and materials requirements planning and contributes to reliable, professional day-to-day delivery. The successful candidate will follow established procedures, maintain accurate information and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve agreed standards.

Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities include the following:

• Review demand, inventory, open orders and production requirements to create practical supply plans.
• Monitor MRP messages, replenishment proposals, lead times and potential shortages or excess stock.
• Coordinate with procurement, production and logistics teams to resolve material constraints.
• Maintain planning parameters and reports in SAP or the relevant planning system.
• Analyse service, inventory and schedule performance and recommend corrective actions.

A practical understanding of the function, sound prioritisation and timely escalation will help protect quality, safety, cost and customer commitments.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain or a related discipline is relevant.
• Experience with MRP or supply planning is important; three to four years is a useful benchmark.
• SAP and advanced Excel skills are advantageous.
• Candidates should understand lead times, inventory management and the relationship between service levels and working capital.

Candidates should show relevant experience, learn local procedures quickly and meet any required statutory or professional standards.

Skills and Competencies

The role requires analytical discipline, planning, stakeholder coordination and attention to changing priorities. Clear communication helps translate planning exceptions into decisions that protect production schedules without building unnecessary inventory.

Employment Details

Employer: Almarai. Work location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Employment terms, working schedule, compensation and benefits should be confirmed with the employer during recruitment.