Raw Material Planner

Position Title: Raw Material Planner – Manufacturing/IndustrialEmployment Type: Full-TimeSalary (AED): Up to 5K inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Umm Al Quwain, UAEAbout the Company: A pioneering petrochemical manufacturer and trader of paints, coatings, resins, adhesives, and construction chemicals with factories and operations spanning the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.Job Description: Plan and manage raw material requirements using production plans, demand forecasts, MRP, inventory levels, safety stock, MOQ, and supplier lead times to ensure uninterrupted production.Proactively manage material availability and supply risks by identifying potential shortages, monitoring open POs and supplier commitments, and coordinating with Procurement and suppliers on timely deliveries.Optimize inventory levels by monitoring excess, slow-moving, obsolete, and near-expiry materials while maintaining accurate planning parameters and master data in the ERP system.Provide accurate material planning and inventory visibility through regular shortage, availability, and inventory reports, supporting management decisions and continuous improvement.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.Minimum 3 years of experience in material planning/MRP, preferably within the paint, chemical, or manufacturing industries.Strong knowledge of MRP, inventory control, BOM, and production planning.Strong analytical, coordination, and problem-solving skills.