Interim S&OP Architect: Hybrid Design & Transform Planning

Michael Page; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Interim S&OP Consultant to design, implement and embed a robust planning process in a growing business based in South London. This hands-on transformation role partners closely with Sales and Operations to improve forecasting, visibility and decision-making.

Responsibilities include assessing current planning environments, designing a structured S&OP framework, owning demand planning, and developing dashboards and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Significant experience within Demand Planning and S&OP.
• Track record of building or transforming S&OP processes, not just operating within established frameworks.
• Experience across Sales, Demand Planning, Supply Chain and Operations.
• Experience in branded sportswear, apparel, consumer products or similar environment is highly relevant.
• Pragmatic, hands-on approach and ability to work in a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing Demand Planning, forecasting and S&OP processes.
• Design and implement a structured S&OP framework from the ground up.
• Own the demand planning process and improve forecast accuracy and visibility.
• Partner with Sales to develop robust customer and demand forecasts.
• Act as the link between Sales and Operations, translating demand into operational plans.
• Develop S&OP reporting, dashboards and KPIs.
• Review how seasonality and capacity affect planning.
• Improve visibility of long-term demand and potential supply constraints.
• Review current systems and recommend planning tools where appropriate.
• Establish clear processes and governance to be handed over to the internal team.

Skills

Demand Planning

S&OP

Stakeholder Management

Forecasting

Job description

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Interim S&OP Consultant to design, implement and embed a robust planning process in a growing business based in South London. This hands-on transformation role partners closely with Sales and Operations to improve forecasting, visibility and decision-making.

Responsibilities include assessing current planning environments, designing a structured S&OP framework, owning demand planning, and developing dashboards and KPIs.