S&OP Manager

Harrison Scott Associates; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for an S&OP Manager to oversee the Sales & Operations Planning cycle in the West Midlands. This role requires strong expertise in supply chain processes and provides an opportunity to lead critical business functions within a supportive environment. Candidates should have proven experience in collaboration and leadership, aiming to optimize resources effectively.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Opportunities for growth

Chance to shape business processes

Qualifications

• Strong background in supply chain processes from demand to inventory.
• Proven experience collaborating with sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
• Experience leading teams and managing change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire S&OP process and oversee weekly cycles.
• Build accurate forecasts and manage new product launches.
• Define and monitor KPIs to improve forecasting accuracy.

Skills

Supply chain processes

Demand planning

Data analysis

Collaboration across functions

Leadership

Job description

Salary: £50-60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Subsequent to continued growth, our client is looking for an S&OP Manager to play a vital role in aligning sales, marketing, production, and financial plans – ensuring supply is balanced with demand while optimising resources.

If you’re passionate about supply chain excellence, thrive on cross-functional collaboration, and want to make your mark in a business where quality and authenticity are at the heart of everything our client does, this could be the role for you.

What you’ll be doing

As our S&OP Manager, you’ll lead the entire Sales & Operations Planning cycle – the engine that drives alignment across the business. Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Lead the S&OP process – oversee weekly cycles, facilitate cross-functional meetings, and keep demand, production, and inventory in sync.
• Drive demand planning – build accurate forecasts, manage new product launches, and incorporate market intelligence.
• Optimise supply planning – balance inventory levels and production schedules to ensure customers get exactly what they need, when they need it.
• Work collaboratively – bring together sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain to ensure a joined-up approach.
• Track performance – define and monitor KPIs, spotting opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy and efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement – identify smarter ways of working, mentor colleagues, and embed a culture of quality, food safety, and product authenticity.
• Develop people & tools – lead a high-performing S&OP team and implement systems that support smarter planning.

What we’re looking for

• A strong background in supply chain processes – from demand and production planning to inventory optimisation.
• Solid knowledge of the full S&OP cycle and how to align different business functions.
• Proven experience collaborating with teams across sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data to drive decision-making.
• Experience leading teams, managing change, and improving processes.
• Experience in UK/EU distribution systems or advanced planning platforms would be an added advantage.

You’ll be joining a passionate team in a role that sits right at the heart of the company’s operations. In return, they offer:

• The chance to shape and lead a critical business process.
• A supportive, people-first environment with opportunities to grow.
• The pride of working for a trusted name in the business.

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