Inventory Specialist, Forecasting & Planning

Job description / Role

Inventory Specialist: Forecasting & Planning – Qatar CLIENT Linum Consult’s client is a major organisation in Qatar. They are seeking an Inventory Specialist with a background in Forecasting & Planning to join their team in Qatar. RESPONSIBILITIES • Analysing sales data, historical trends, and industry forecast to predict future demand for automotive parts • Developing and maintaining accurate inventory forecasting models using spreadsheets or specialised software • Establishing minimum/maximum reorder points and lead times for parts based on demand forecasts • Collaborating with purchasing and sales teams to optimise inventory levels and minimise stockouts or overstocking • Managing and monitoring inventory turnover rates, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending adjustments to inventory planning strategies

Requirements

PROFILE • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business or similar • Around 5-8 years’ experience in forecasting demand and planning stock levels • Working knowledge of forecasting models and/or Excel spreadsheets • Experience in maintaining efficient parts availability and cost control • Familiarity with working in the Middle East and/or international companies • Excellent communication skills in spoken and written English

About the company

Linum Consult is a niche global consultancy specialising in international recruitment of white collar workers across the Construction & Engineering, Mining and Oil & Gas sectors. We provide a full 360 consultancy service for clients, candidates and partners to eliminate the potential pitfalls of international mobilisation. All Linum Consultants are industry experts with in country, international, multi-cultural experience. We provide precise market information combined with local knowledge to help facilitate informed decisions that are often life changing.