Manufacturing S&OP Support

**Job Description Summary

Provide the analytical and governance for the Manufacturing S&OP process.

Job Description

Key responsibilities

• •Coordinate the monthly S&OP cycle.

• •Prepare Demand Review and Supply Review inputs.

• •Consolidate demand, capacity, backlog and manufacturing data.

• •Maintain S&OP dashboards and KPIs.

• •Identify demand/supply gaps and risks.

• •Prepare Executive S&OP material.

• •Track decisions, actions and escalations.

• •Standardize S&OP reporting across Manufacturing Units.

• •Support scenario analysis and what if simulations.

• •Review Planning

Key deliverables:

• •Monthly S&OP package.

• •Global demand vs. capacity dashboard.

• •Risk analysis.

• •Executive S&OP reporting.

• Candidate Requirements

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.

• Years of Experience

• Minimum: 2–4 years of professional experience in Supply Chain Planning, Demand/Supply Planning, or Manufacturing Operations.

• Ideal: Experience specifically within an S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning)

• Technical Skills & Background

• S&OP Process Knowledge: Deep understanding of the end-to-end S&OP cycle, including the integration of demand forecasting, capacity planning, and financial alignment.

• Data Analytics & Modeling: Advanced proficiency in data consolidation and manipulation. Ability to perform "what-if" scenario analysis and simulation modeling to identify supply/demand gaps.

• Tool Proficiency:

• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas).

• Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) for building and maintaining executive-level dashboards.

• Reporting: Proven ability to synthesize complex operational data into concise, high-level presentations for executive leadership.

• Core Competencies

• Cross-functional Communication: Ability to coordinate across different Manufacturing Units and facilitate productive meetings.

• Analytical Rigor: A proactive approach to identifying risks and gaps in the supply chain before they escalate.

• Process Improvement: A mindset focused on standardizing reporting and improving the efficiency of the planning cycle.

• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in tracking decisions, actions, and KPIs across the global manufacturing footprint.

• Permanent UK Work Permit required

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: **No