Operations Planning Manager
Join a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of healthcare manufacturing. Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager to lead their production planning function and play a pivotal role in our senior site leadership team.
This is more than just a planning role. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders, including the Managing Director, to ensure operations are aligned with customer demand, factory capability, and supply chain readiness.
Core responsibilities will cover:
* Master Production Scheduling
* Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Customer & Commercial Alignment
* Compliance & Quality Focus
* Leadership & Influence
This role requires 100% on site presence. For further details, please contact Mark Bux-Ryan.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Proven experience in S&OP, Production Planning, or Supply Chain Management within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of MHRA GMP and GDP compliance.
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, including with senior executives and key customers.
* Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.
Desirable Qualifications
* Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
* Familiarity with international logistics and pharmaceutical export regulations.
Planning, production, manufacturing, scheduling, operations, supply, demand, forecast, ERP, commercial, sales, forecasting, MHRA, GMP. GDP