Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
* Are you an experienced supply chain professional with a strong track record in S&OP and integrated business planning?
* Do you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments, balancing operational efficiency with commercial and financial priorities?
* Are you ready to lead S&OP processes that directly influence strategic and financial decisions across the business?
MacGregor Black are partnering with a leading manufacturing business in Northamptonshire on the search for a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager. This is a permanent role based in Northamptonshire.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering the opportunity to shape S&OP processes, drive cross-functional alignment, and deliver insight that supports both operational performance and business profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the end-to-end S&OP process, aligning demand, supply, and commercial priorities to support strategic and financial objectives.
* Partner with sales, operations, and finance teams to develop accurate forecasts, capacity plans, and inventory strategies.
* Analyse performance against plan, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement areas to optimise profitability and service levels.
* Prepare and present management reports on key S&OP metrics, forecasting accuracy, inventory performance, and business performance.
* Implement continuous process improvements to enhance planning efficiency, responsiveness, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Mentor and develop planning team members to strengthen capability and drive high performance.
What Were Looking For:
* Proven experience in S&OP, demand planning, or integrated business planning within manufacturing or FMCG environments.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience linking operational performance to commercial and financial outcomes.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence cross-functional teams.
* Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented, thriving in a dynamic operational environment.
* Experience with ERP systems and planning tools; advanced Excel skills essential.
Competitive salary and benefits package
Please contact Carl Maw for more information today.