Planning Engineer

Role Description The Planning Engineer will support warehouse and logistics operations by developing and maintaining short- and medium-term plans for capacity, labor, and production activities. This part-time, hybrid role is based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with some work-from-home flexibility for planning, reporting, and coordination tasks. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing operational data, monitoring performance metrics, and preparing schedules and resource plans for warehouse processes. The Planning Engineer will collaborate with operations supervisors, warehouse associates, and project stakeholders to align production plans with demand forecasts, ensure adherence to service levels, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role also involves maintaining documentation, assisting with project control activities, and communicating planning updates clearly to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong Planning and Production Planning skills to develop and manage warehouse and logistics schedules.
• Solid Analytical Skills to interpret operational data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Effective Communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present planning reports clearly.
• Experience in Project Control, including tracking progress, managing timelines, and supporting implementation of operational changes.
• Background in industrial engineering, operations management, logistics, or a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Experience in warehouse, fulfillment center, or logistics operations is beneficial.
• Proficiency with planning and reporting tools (e.g., spreadsheets, data dashboards, scheduling software).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to changing operational needs.