Sales and Operations Planning Manager

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. = 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.

Location: Tyne & Wear, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025