S&OP Manager / Demand Planning Manager - Barclay Meade : Job Details

Food/FMCG business requires an S&OP Manager to build and optimise planning processes. Applicants need; demand planning or S&OP experience gained within either Food or FMCG. Candidates from a Business Intelligence background will also be considered.

The S&OP Manager will be supported by a team of 2 Planners and will be responsible for leading all demanding planning, S&OP and forecasting activities for the business, both strategic and operational.

Specific duties of the S&OP Manager include:

• Leading the S&OP process to ensure alignment between supply chain, demand planning, and production activities

• Facilitating and coordinating monthly S&OP meetings
• Collaborating with various departments to gather and analyse data for effective decision making
• Developing and monitoring KPIs to measure the efficiency of S&OP activities
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain and demand planning processes
• Ensuring accurate forecasting and inventory management to meet business goals
• Lead, manage and mentor a team of 2.

S&OP Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Experience in a demand planning or S&OP role, at senior or strategic level
• Previous experience within Food or FMCG sectors
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools, modelling and planning software
• Capable of driving change, process and continuous improvement activities
• Collaborative, open and communicative team player
• Ability to manage senior stakeholders and work cross-functionally