S&OP / Supply Chain Planning Manager – Birmingham (On-Site)
Overview:
A leading FMCG/food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced
S&OP / Supply Chain Planning Manager
to drive alignment across sales, marketing, production, and finance. Reporting into the Head of Supply Chain you will lead the S&OP cycle, optimize demand and supply planning, and support continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring quality and compliance standards are maintained.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the end-to-end S&OP process, including demand and supply planning.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align forecasts, production schedules, and inventory.
* Implement and optimize planning systems, KPIs, and reporting tools.
* Drive continuous improvement in planning accuracy, efficiency, and resource utilization.
* Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing S&OP team.
Candidate Profile:
* Strong knowledge of supply chain, demand planning, production planning, and inventory management.
* Proven experience leading S&OP processes and cross-functional alignment.
* Skilled in data analytics, forecasting, and process optimization.
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths; degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred; relevant certifications desirable (e.g., CPIM, CSCA)
Why Apply:
* Opportunity to lead a critical function in a high-performing supply chain.
* Influence and optimize end-to-end planning processes.
* Join a collaborative and quality-focused environment.