Assistant Planner (UAE National) – Retail Planning

About the role

Ounass is looking for a UAE National Assistant Planner to support its Planning team with sales, stock and demand planning across assigned categories. The role helps ensure the right products are available in the right locations at the right time, working closely with Merchandising, Buying, Supply Chain, Retail and Finance teams. It is based in Dubai on a hybrid basis.

Key responsibilities

• Support the preparation and maintenance of sales, stock and demand plans across assigned categories.
• Monitor sales, stock levels, intake and product availability, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Assist with forecasting sales, stock requirements and replenishment needs using historical performance and current trading information.
• Maintain accurate planning data, reports, trackers and system information.
• Prepare regular sales, stock, intake and performance reports for the Planning and Merchandising teams.
• Analyse actual performance against plan, identify variances and share findings with stakeholders.
• Support replenishment and allocation activities across stores and online channels.
• Review product performance, stock cover, markdown requirements and potential stock risks with Merchandising and Buying.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Logistics on intake and delivery schedules, escalating delays or discrepancies.
• Assist with seasonal planning, budget preparation and in-season trading, and contribute to weekly and monthly trading reviews and planning presentations.
• Investigate data or system discrepancies, support process improvement and complete planning administration on time.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Retail, Supply Chain or a related field is an advantage.
• UAE National with a valid UAE family book, where applicable to the role.
• Previous experience in planning, merchandising, retail operations, analytics or a related field is an advantage; suitable graduates may also be considered.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Interest in retail, merchandising and commercial planning.

Required skills

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, interpreting sales and stock data.
• Attention to detail with reports, spreadsheets and system data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with planning, reporting or ERP systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

What we offer

• A dynamic, collaborative workplace culture.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.
• Employee discounts and access to exclusive product promotions.