Sales & Operations Planning and Master Scheduling Manager M/F

Safran Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Seats in Abu Dhabi invites an experienced Sales & Operations Planning and Master Scheduling Manager to lead the local S&OP process and the Dubai final assembly MPS. You will coordinate with central supply chain, shape demand assumptions, and translate them into feasible supply plans, balancing capacity with constraints for new and existing programs.

Occasional international collaboration and up to 20% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading S&OP or Master Scheduling in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP/MRP technical competence.
• Experience in capacity planning and recovery scenarios.
• Advanced analytical abilities with measurable improvements.
• Lean practices or 8D problem solving is an advantage.
• APICS/CPIM qualification desirable.
• Understanding of Integrated Business Planning and link of SOP to financial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own and coordinate the local S&OP process, aligning with central Supply Chain procedures and governance.
• Lead and facilitate S&OP forums with clear roles, timely input/output, and effective decision communication.
• Participate in global Demand Reviews and represent Dubai BU interests.
• Lead scenario planning locally and across units for new or changing programs.
• Align site supply plans with Engineering schedules for new or changed programs.
• Translate unconstrained demand into capacity- and constraints-based supply plan.
• Identify ERP load gaps from new programs and define mitigating actions for long lead-time components.
• Review mid- and long-term capacity scenarios with Operations and identify bottlenecks.
• Develop localized processes to analyze indirect constraints.
• Create, update, and maintain the Master Production Schedule for Dubai Final Assembly; drive ERP inputs.
• Forecast resource needs and align load levelling targets.
• Lead weekly MPS review meetings and propose solutions for backlog or delays.
• Prepare rolling inventory forecasts and drive inventory optimization actions.
• Validate ERP flow parameters and propose safety stock policies.

Skills

S&OP leadership

Master Scheduling

Analytical abilities

Cross-functional collaboration

Capacity planning

Problem solving (8D)

Strategic thinking

Education

APICS/CPIM qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job description

Sales & Operations Planning and Master Scheduling Manager M/F

Permanent

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Full-time

Ready to take part in shaping the future of aerospace in the Middle East? Safran Seats is expanding its industrial footprint with a brand-new production plant, bringing our expertise even closer to customers and the region's dynamic aviation hub. Here, our teams will deliver top-tier Business and Economy Class seats, supporting airline partners. We are now seeking a S&OP and Master Scheduling Manager. You will drive the business unit's S&OP process, ensuring alignment of customer demand assumptions across Safran Seats sites and the creation of supply plans for Dubai.

Your Key responsabilities will include :

• Sales & Operations Planning
  • Own and coordinate the local S&OP process, ensuring alignment with central Supply Chain procedures and governance throughout the monthly cycle.
  • Lead and facilitate S&OP forums, establishing clear roles, timely input/output delivery, and communicating decisions effectively.
  • Participate in global Demand Reviews (France/US), challenging sales plan assumptions and representing Dubai business unit's interests.
  • Lead scenario planning activities locally and across business units to support decision-making for new or changing programs.
  • Align site supply plans with Engineering Program schedules for new products or changes to existing programs.
  • Translate unconstrained demand into a capacity- and constraints-based finite supply plan.
  • Identify ERP load gaps from new programs and define mitigating actions for long lead-time components.
• Supply & Capacity Management
  • Review and assess mid- and long-term capacity scenarios with Operations to ensure proper production and labor plans.
  • Identify bottlenecks or capacity constraints early to protect supply and demand plans.
  • Develop localized processes to analyze and address indirect constraints
• Master Production Scheduling
  • Create, update, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for Dubai Final Assembly, driving accurate MRP inputs into the ERP system.
  • Forecast resource needs (manpower, lines, shifts), communicate requirements to Operations, and align load levelling targets.
  • Lead weekly MPS review meetings with cross-functional stakeholders, validate any rescheduling, and recommend solutions for backlog or supply chain delays.
• Inventory Planning
  • Prepare and update BU rolling inventory forecasts, align with defined planning cycles.
  • Drive inventory optimization action plans, collaborating with other functions to ensure execution and timely follow-up.
  • Validate ERP flow parameters against actuals and propose safety stock policies based on variability analysis.
  • Analyze obsolescence and manage stock reallocation or removal as needed through proper governance.
• Planning Process Management
  • Ensure all S&OP and MPS processes are documented within internal Referential
  • Promote continuous improvement, partnering with Methods & Tools to drive transformation and digital initiatives

Minimal international travel expected (less than 20%)

• At least 5 years' experience leading Sales & Operations Planning or Master Scheduling in a complex manufacturing environment, ideally across a multi-site global network
• Strong technical competence in ERP/MRP systems for Material Management and Production Planning
• Demonstrated capability in capacity planning, as well as recovery scenarios and readiness assessments
• Advanced analytical abilities, with experience managing processes using measurable improvements
• Experience in lean practices or structured problem-solving (such as 8D) is an advantage
• Professional qualification such as APICS/CPIM is desirable
• Strong understanding of Integrated Business Planning and link of SOP to financial decision making