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Senior Sales Planning Manager – Automotive Spare Parts | Dubai, U

Industry: Management
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Dubai
Job Experience: 7-10 Years

Drive Growth. Control Inventory. Own the Aftermarket.

Senior Sales Planning Manager Automotive Spare Parts Dubai is a senior leadership role responsible for driving sales growth, pricing strategy, and inventory planning across the UAE and GCC market.

We are seeking a high-impact Senior Sales Planning Manager to lead the Automotive Spare Parts / Industrial Equipment business across Dubai and the GCC region.
This role is for a strategic thinker who can turn data into revenue, control inventory costs, and protect market share in a highly competitive aftermarket.

You will own forecasting, inventory planning, pricing strategy, market intelligence, and performance analytics for the parts division.


What You Will Own

1. Sales Forecasting & Demand Planning

  • Build accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual sales forecasts using historical data, market trends, and seasonality.

  • Create demand models for UAE & GCC automotive aftermarket.

2. Inventory & Stock Optimization

  • Control Stock on Hand (SOH) and reduce slow-moving and dead stock.

  • Balance availability of fast-moving parts with working capital efficiency.

3. Pricing & Margin Strategy

  • Design competitive pricing models to win against local distributors and grey market players.

  • Protect profit margins while increasing market penetration.

4. Performance Analytics & Reporting

  • Track KPIs: sales growth, gross margin, forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and team performance.

  • Deliver executive dashboards and action plans.

5. Market Intelligence

  • Monitor competitors, customer buying behavior, and grey market risks.

  • Adjust pricing, promotions, and stocking strategies based on insights.

6. B2B Promotion & Loyalty Programs

  • Plan seasonal campaigns for workshops, fleet owners, and dealers.

  • Design loyalty programs that drive repeat business.

7. Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor a team of analysts and sales coordinators.

  • Align targets, accountability, and performance culture.


What You Must Bring

  • 7–10 years in Sales Planning, Demand Planning, or Business Analysis
    (Automotive Spare Parts or Machinery Parts only).

  • Bachelor’s in Business, Supply Chain, or Statistics (MBA preferred).

  • Advanced Excel (Power Pivot, Macros, Dashboards).

  • ERP: SAP, Oracle, Automotive DMS.

  • Strong commercial mindset with analytical depth.

  • Knowledge of Dubai automotive aftermarket & Jebel Ali logistics ecosystem.


Why Join Us?

  • Work with a fast-growing automotive parts business.

  • Regional exposure across UAE & GCC.

  • High ownership, high visibility role.

  • Direct impact on revenue and profitability.

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