There is no other business quite like ours, we think this is a special place to work, even if we do say so ourselves! That means an opportunity like this is not to be missed.

We have been making life taste better since 1908. As well as our refreshingly different Vimto taste, our varied brand portfolio spans the still, carbonated, post-mix and frozen drinks categories – so you will find us in your local supermarket, pub and leisure outlet.

It is our team of talented people that make us. We are actively looking for difference and we are working hard to make sure all our practices are inclusive

We are looking to recruit a Sales & Operations Planning Manager to lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes for our UK Route to Market. The purpose of this role is to develop the maturity of the S&OP processes across demand, supply and inventory planning, ensuring greater ability to predict and deliver demand whilst managing supply capability.

The S&OP Manager will ensure that the monthly S&OP cycle is performed in accordance with the strategy and policies of the business to maximise service and drive cost control, collaborating with Sales, Finance, Procurement, Demand/Supply Planning, Co-Packers and 3PL Partners.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Nichols’ UK Route to Market S&OP model, policies and contribute to S&OP strategy.
Lead the S&OP monthly cycle ensuring adherence to Nichols S&OP strategy and policies across Finance, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing functions, ensuring successful delivery of the business objectives.
The S&OP Manager will achieve success for Nichols by motivating, developing and leading the team to deliver the S&OP agenda for Nichols.
Generate and review an optimised Demand and Supply Plan, incorporating financial outcomes.
Review demand accuracy, ensuring key drivers of variance are identified and resolved
Generate a production plan across multiple time horizons, including a 24 month rolling plan at for Co-Packers, which meets predicted demand and works within Nichols inventory policy and agreed planning parameters.
Work in partnership with Co-Packers, driving plan attainment, stability and ensuring consistent delivery of planned output on-time for Nichols.
Lead management of the product portfolio from a Supply Chain lens, ensuring that finished goods and raw materials inventory levels are optimised to manage service and cost.
Resolve significant and/or critical supply-demand imbalances or develop plans to do so.
Maintain expertise and provide support for the Business in S&OP Best Practice

Skills / Experience

Extensive experience of leading and delivering change within a S&OP functional area
Ability to propose, gain stakeholder alignment and implement solutions
Capable of influencing and driving decisions through the S&OP process
Leadership experience, capability / presence
Experience of coaching, developing and mentoring to develop a High Performing Team
Experience of working with and influencing senior stakeholders
Comprehensive experience and understanding of ERP / APS system processes and key system functions related to demand planning, master scheduling and inventory management
Experience of delivering transformative change within a supply chain function
Understanding of financial budgeting and cost management processes within an operational environment

No matter where you work in our business you will be entitled to the following; these are just some of the benefits;

25 days holiday per annum
Private medical cover
Your birthday off work
1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose)
A generous pension scheme
Annual Bonus

Join us and #findyourdifferent

While our people tell us Nichols plc is a great place to work, we know we can do more. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are learning what this means every day.

We are striving to ensure we are building more diverse teams, we are at our best when we bring together our different life experiences, ways of thinking and individuality.

Any job offer is subject to an individual’s Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas

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