UAE National Assistant Planner (Retail)

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates; UAE National with a valid UAE family book where applicable

Company

hirify.global operates in the ecommerce and retail sector.

What you will do

• Support sales, stock, and demand plans across assigned categories.
• Monitor sales, stock levels, intake, product availability, and planning risks.
• Assist with forecasting, replenishment, allocation, seasonal planning, budgeting, and in-season trading.
• Prepare reports, trackers, trading reviews, and planning presentations, and analyse actual performance against plan.
• Coordinate with Merchandising, Buying, Supply Chain, Logistics, Retail, and Finance teams on product performance, deliveries, discrepancies, and stock risks.
• Maintain accurate planning data and support continuous improvements in reporting, processes, and data quality.

Requirements

• UAE National with a valid UAE family book where applicable to the role.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret sales and stock data.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with reports, spreadsheets, and system data.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive, adaptable, willing to learn, able to work independently, and collaborative.
• Fluency in English.
• Interest in retail, merchandising, and commercial planning.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Retail, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Previous experience in planning, merchandising, retail operations, analytics, or a related field; suitable graduate candidates may also be considered.
• Experience with planning, reporting, or ERP systems.
• Arabic language skills.

Culture & Benefits

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