Strategic Operations & Forecasting Leader - Hybrid

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 client seeks a highly analytical Senior Manager, Operational Planning to lead long-range strategies, optimize resources and drive growth. The role emphasizes data analytics, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration across business units.

The position is hybrid, combining on-site collaboration with remote work, and requires a master’s degree and 7–9 years in planning or strategy, plus strong Excel/SQL/Power BI skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 7-9 years of progressive experience in operational planning or strategic planning.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing complex operational strategies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with forecasting and modeling expertise.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL and Power BI for data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage long-range operational plans and strategies for the organization.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and internal data to inform planning.
• Create forecasting models for demand, resource needs, and financial projections.
• Collaborate with business units to align plans with growth targets.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee KPIs for operational efficiency and report to senior management.
• Facilitate cross-functional planning sessions and communicate strategies.
• Drive process improvements in planning methodologies and tools.
• Prepare reports and presentations on performance and future plans.
• Stay current with industry best practices in planning and supply chain management.

Skills

Forecasting

Modeling

Cross-functional

Data analytics

SQL

Power BI

Leadership

Education

MBA

Operations Research

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 client seeks a highly analytical Senior Manager, Operational Planning to lead long-range strategies, optimize resources and drive growth. The role emphasizes data analytics, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration across business units.

The position is hybrid, combining on-site collaboration with remote work, and requires a master’s degree and 7–9 years in planning or strategy, plus strong Excel/SQL/Power BI skills.