Sales and Operations Planning Manager - #1674063

About the Role

We’re seeking a strategic Sales and Operations Planning Manager to lead the development and implementation of a master production schedule and capacity planning process. You’ll work closely with teams across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, R&D, and Commercial to ensure efficient production output, optimizing resources, and meeting both internal and external demand.

What We're Looking For

We need a highly organised, analytical problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments. You should be passionate about driving operational efficiency and building scalable S&OP processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sales forecast development, factoring in demand, market opportunities, and growth initiatives.


• Analyse capacity and resource availability for short- and mid-term planning.


• Maintain detailed production schedules (0-6 weeks), adjusting as needed.


• Collaborate with supply chain to ensure material availability and inventory control.


• Monitor KPIs, including output, efficiency, and delivery.


• Resolve scheduling and production challenges, ensuring smooth operations.


• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.


• Prepare regular updates on production status and planning metrics.


• Foster communication across planning, sales, operations, and logistics teams.


• Contribute to ERP systems and planning tools improvement.


• Promote a collaborative, inclusive team culture and focus on health and safety.

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Skills & experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent professional experience.


• Certifications like CPIM are advantageous.


• Strong experience with Microsoft 365 and planning software/ERP tools; familiarity with Business Central is a bonus.


• Passion for planning, scheduling, and process improvement.


• Experience in team leadership or cross-functional coordination is a plus.