Sales and Operations Planning Lead

Company: Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic Sales and Operations Planning Lead to join our team and take charge of driving the smooth functioning of monthly Demand and Supply activities for New Equipment or Engines. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our business maintains its commitment to Cat processes and systems, guaranteeing operational excellence and exceeding customer expectations. If you are ready to lead and optimize our Sales and Operations Planning processes, apply now to be part of our dedicated team.

Job Description:

Major Job Functions:

• Support the Head of S&OP with all Demand and supply-related issues and requests. Maintain effective collaboration across multi-functional teams to ensure alignment to one plan. Work with the teams to embed the process for machines and engines.

• Responsible for suggesting Inventory management decisions and providing information to influence the Senior Management Team on purchases. Drive inventory Stocking policies to support the Business Plan.

• Supports the implementation of S&OP-enabling software and metrics. Provides visibility and insight to the business in areas such as Inventory projection, turn projection, and cash flow projection to influence Business decisions that align with strategic direction.

• Work with the Head of S&OP to improve the Finning / Caterpillar relationship. Drive existing processes that align with Caterpillar's requirements and guidelines to ensure the best result for both businesses.

Benefits:

In addition to 25 days holiday, an annual bonus, a competitive salary, life insurance, and up to 7% pension, you will benefit from:

• Private medical insurance

• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

• Family-friendly policies to support working parents

• Enhanced flexible working options

• Support from a team of 40+ Mental Health first-aiders

• Employee wellbeing solutions

• Electric car scheme (UK)

• The opportunity to work with your charity of choice

• Length of service or recognition awards.

Specific Skills:

• The holder of this role will have excellent communication skills and be an ambassador for the S&OP process.

• They will have S&OP knowledge and understand the way Demand and Supply activities work.

• Being able to understand what data is required to highlight risks and opportunities is essential.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint is required.

• They will need the ability to present at a Senior level within the business on a monthly basis.

• They need the ability to drive a small team to deliver results to help support business decisions. Supervisory experience would be beneficial.

Knowledge:

• Mastering Demand and Supply dynamics is critical to allowing proactive behaviour to anticipate potential misalignment and ensure the right set of actions is in place to mitigate any risk to Finning's customers' satisfaction.

• Understanding S&OP best practices is essential.

• Knowledge of the different systems used by Finning and Caterpillar for forecasting would be beneficial.

Education & Experience:

• 5 years working within supply chain/demand and supply planning.

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent

• Experience in S&OP process implementation

• Professional qualification (CILT, CIPS, IBF) would be desirable but not essential if the candidate has a proven track record and career experience in S&OP.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.