S&OP Manager - Manufacturing

Page Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an S&OP Manager in Manchester to lead the supply and operations planning function across multiple sites. This hands-on position requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, along with experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will optimize inventory levels and ensure alignment with business objectives, thus driving a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Significant senior level experience in supply planning and operations management.
• Working knowledge of statistics and financial operations.
• Proficiency in leading and developing teams across EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EMEA forecast/demand process.
• Oversee EMEA inventory levels to ensure alignment with forecasts and schedules.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Tools

SAP

Excel

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S&OP Manager - Manufacturing, Manchester

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Page Personnel

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

07.07.2025

Expiry Date:

21.08.2025

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Job Description:

• Opportunity to join a global business who champion sustainability and innovation
• Hands on and strategic role

About Our Client

My client is a leading global manufacturer and innovator in electro-mechanical and electronics. With a focus on sustainability, they drive results through high quality products, innovative solutions and entrepreneurial spirit.

Job Description

The S&OP Manager (EMEA) will lead the supply & operations planning function to provide accurate and timely forecasts (across a multi-site operation), optimising inventory levels and ensuring alignment with business and customer objectives. The S&OP Manager will lead by example, with strong leadership and analytical skills and passion to drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the EMEA forecast / demand process.
• Oversee EMEA inventory levels (across all regions) to ensure alignment with demand forecasts, production schedules and customer service requirements.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and delivery of strategic objectives and initiatives for the S&OP (incl. IBP as required), Operations & SCM organisation.
• Analyse supply chain data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Build and develop a high-performing S&OP team.
• Ensure compliance with all business policies and regulatory requirements.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or applicable related subject.
• Significant 'senior level' experience in supply planning and operations management within a fast-paced, multi-site 'manufacturing' environment.
• Strong analytical, decision-making and communication/presentation skills; with a working knowledge of statistics and financial operations.
• Proficient with supply planning software (incl. SAP), with 'advanced' Excel skills.
• A proven ability to:Lead, develop and manage teams effectively (across EMEA).Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (internal & external).Manage multiple priorities within a dynamic environment and deliver to agreed deadlines.Positively influence change and promote / deliver a culture of continuous improvement.