Head of Sales and Operations Planning

4 weeks ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Thales Group Full time

Head of Sales and Operations Planning

Head of Sales and Operations Planning

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Belfast time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0271153

Location: Belfast - (hybrid working arrangement – 3 days per week on site)

Are you an experienced S&OP professional looking for your next high-profile role? Do you possess the right mix of data analytic and interpersonal skills to question and challenge Supply and Demand forecasts submitted by other managers? Then look no further…

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Sales and Operations Planning to join our Integrated Airspace-protection Systems (IAS) UK team in Belfast.

Core Benefits:

  • Performance-related bonus
  • Company car allowance
  • Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00pm
  • 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)
  • 24 hours volunteering paid for
  • Private healthcare (grade dependent)
  • Pension scheme
  • Life cover
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
  • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
  • Gym membership discounts

Key responsibilities:

The Head of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) will lead the strategic integration of sales, production, and inventory management processes to ensure the seamless alignment of supply and demand in the production of product and the delivery of customer projects.

This individual will work cross-functionally with senior leadership to establish and implement long-term forecasting, planning, and resource allocation strategies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives.

They meet with business and function leads to challenge and agree the demand picture (driving correction and validation) to ensure ‘clean’ inputs to the S&OP cycle. They question and challenge the Supply and Demand forecasts submitted by other managers.

About you:

  • Proven track record of managing complex S&OP processes in a fast-paced, manufacturing-focused environment with experience in a senior or leadership role.
  • Experience in the defence or aerospace industry is highly preferred, with a solid understanding of the unique challenges and regulatory environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of the S&OP process, including demand forecasting, inventory management, and production planning.
  • Expertise in the use of ERP systems and advanced planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, etc.).
  • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across various levels of the organisation.

Security Clearance statement:

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.

To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

At Thales, we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries, our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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