Farnborough
Up to £85,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits
Permanent | Hybrid Working
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and technology organisation for an experienced Sales & Operations Planning Manager to join their team based in Farnborough.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected business operating across complex, large-scale programmes, where you will play a key role in driving operational performance, resource planning and business strategy across the organisation.
The successful candidate will take full ownership of the S&OP process, ensuring effective planning, forecasting and resource management to support project delivery and wider business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leading the Sales & Operations Planning process across the business
* Ensuring operational and financial plans are aligned and based on agreed assumptions
* Managing supply and demand planning to ensure projects are properly resourced
* Monitoring operational performance and supporting improvement initiatives across the business
* Identifying risks, challenges and opportunities within operational plans
* Producing reports and communicating planning performance to senior stakeholders
* Driving continuous improvement across S&OP processes, systems and tools
* Working closely with finance, strategy and operational teams to support business performance
* Building strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments and seniority levels
Requirements:
* Extensive experience leading Sales & Operations Planning within a large, complex organisation
* Strong experience managing operational planning, forecasting and resource allocation
* Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership
* Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
* Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities
* Experience driving process improvements and challenging existing ways of working
* Degree qualified or equivalent experience within a relevant field
Package:
* Salary up to £85,000 per annum + bonus
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Long-term career progression opportunities
* Opportunity to work within a highly respected and innovative organisation
* Collaborative and supportive working environment
This role is based in Farnborough with a minimum of three days per week onsite
Salary description
£80000.00 - £85000.00 per year