Planning Manager

Sales & Operations Planning Manager Farnborough Up to £85,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits Permanent | Hybrid Working We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and technology organisation for an experienced Sales & Operations Planning Manager to join their team based in Farnborough. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected business operating across complex, large-scale programmes, where you will play a key role in driving operational performance, resource planning and business strategy across the organisation. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the S&OP process, ensuring effective planning, forecasting and resource management to support project delivery and wider business objectives. Key Responsibilities: * Leading the Sales & Operations Planning process across the business * Ensuring operational and financial plans are aligned and based on agreed assumptions * Managing supply and demand planning to ensure projects are properly resourced * Monitoring operational performance and supporting improvement initiatives across the business * Identifying risks, challenges and opportunities within operational plans * Producing reports and communicating planning performance to senior stakeholders * Driving continuous improvement across S&OP processes, systems and tools * Working closely with finance, strategy and operational teams to support business performance * Building strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments and seniority levels Requirements: * Extensive experience leading Sales & Operations Planning within a large, complex organisation * Strong experience managing operational planning, forecasting and resource allocation * Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership * Strong leadership and team collaboration skills * Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities * Experience driving process improvements and challenging existing ways of working * Degree qualified or equivalent experience within a relevant field Package: * Salary up to £85,000 per annum + bonus * Hybrid working arrangement * Long-term career progression opportunities * Opportunity to work within a highly respected and innovative organisation * Collaborative and supportive working environment This role is based in Farnborough with a minimum of three days per week onsite