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About the Company

Petroleum Development Oman is the leading exploration and production company in the Sultanate of Oman. The Company delivers the majority of the country's crude oil production and natural gas supply.

Purpose of the Job

The Senior Demand and Supply Planning Specialist plays a critical role in optimizing the business operations within the Integrated Supply Chain's by accurately forecasting demand and supply requirements. This position requires advanced analytical skills, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and supply capabilities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Research, Statistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 7 years of experience in (preferred Oil & Gas) demand forecasting and supply/ demand planning or within integrated supply chain management.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, forecasting techniques, and advanced Excel or data analytics tools.
• Experience with demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, Oracle Demantra, JDA Demand Planning) and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and levels of the organization.
• Proven record of accomplishment of driving process improvements and delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS CPIM, IBF CPF) is a plus.
   

Main Responsibilities

1. Demand Forecasting:

• Utilize historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics to generate accurate demand forecasts
• Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to incorporate market insights and business intelligence into demand forecasts.
• Continuously refine forecasting models and methodologies to improve accuracy and responsiveness to market changes.

2. Supply Planning:

• Work closely with the assets, operations, production, procurement, and logistics teams to understand supply constraints and capabilities
• Develop supply plans that balance inventory levels, production capacities, and lead times to meet demand requirements efficiently.
• Monitor supplier performance and supply chain risks, proactively identifying and addressing potential disruptions.

3. Inventory Management, work with the Inventory Management team to:

• Optimize inventory levels across the supply chain network to minimize holding costs while ensuring product availability
• Implement inventory strategies such as safety stock levels, reorder points, and replenishment policies to support business objectives.
• Analyze inventory aging, obsolescence, and excess stock to recommend corrective actions and minimize write-offs.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across departments, including sales, marketing, finance, and operations
• Lead collaborative demand and supply planning meetings to align on forecasts, inventory targets, and production schedules
• Act as a subject matter expert on demand and supply planning processes, providing guidance and support to cross-functional teams

5. Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance forecasting accuracy, and improve supply chain efficiency
• Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to automate repetitive tasks and improve data accuracy
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management, driving continuous improvement initiatives.