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Join a fast-growing Food manufacturing business as a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager and play a pivotal role in aligning demand and supply across the entire organisation. We're looking for a strategic thinker and dynamic leader who can drive collaboration, optimise resource allocation, and enhance end-to-end supply chain performance.
As S&OP Manager, you'll be at the heart of the planning process-ensuring that sales, marketing, production, and finance are aligned around a unified, data-driven strategy. This is a hands-on leadership role where your insights and decisions will directly impact efficiency, customer satisfaction, and bottom line.
Key Responsibilities
Own the S&OP Process: Lead the end-to-end S&OP cycle, including weekly planning meetings, ensuring alignment across demand forecasts, production plans, and inventory levels.
Lead Planning Functions: Manage both demand planning (forecasts, new product introductions) and supply planning (production schedules, inventory optimisation).
Drive Continuous Improvement: Establish and track key KPIs (e.g., Forecast Accuracy >90%, OTIF >95%). Identify and implement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy and overall supply chain performance.
Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop the S&OP team. Foster a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement. Ensure strict adherence to food safety and legal compliance standards.
What You'll Bring
Experience: Proven track record in S&OP management, demand/supply planning, and cross-functional alignment. Strong experience across finance, sales, marketing, and operations.
Skills: Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and drive actionable insights. Confident communicator with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
This is your opportunity to lead and shape the future of supply chain planning in a thriving and innovative confectionery business. If you're ready to make an impact and keep our sweet success perfectly planned.
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