Job Summary:

Stevens Clyde Business Solutions Ltd. is seeking a Business Operations Planning Manager to shape operational plans that support changing business priorities, workloads, and service requirements. The role will bring together performance information, resource needs, and forward planning to help teams prepare effectively for upcoming business demands.

What You'll Do:

Develop operational plans based on business priorities and expected demand
Coordinate planning cycles across relevant teams and service areas
Review workloads and assess future resource requirements
Translate business objectives into practical operational actions
Monitor performance against plans and identify emerging gaps
Prepare forecasts covering capacity, activity, and operational needs
Work with managers to align resources with upcoming priorities
Evaluate operational trends and provide recommendations for future planning
Support contingency planning when business requirements change
Prepare planning reports and management updates
Refine planning processes to improve visibility and decision-making

Requirements:

Experience in operations planning, business operations, resource planning, management, business analysis, service delivery, or a related field
Strong planning and analytical abilities
Ability to work with operational information and business forecasts
Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills
Comfortable using spreadsheets, reporting tools, and general business systems
Ability to balance multiple priorities and changing requirements
Practical approach to business problem-solving and decision-making
Previous management experience is helpful, but strong planning or operational leadership experience will also be considered
Relevant qualifications are advantageous but not essential where suitable professional experience can be demonstrated

Why Work With Us:

Influence how business resources and priorities are planned
Gain broad visibility across different operational functions
Develop forecasting and strategic planning capabilities
Work closely with managers and business decision-makers
Help teams prepare more effectively for future demands
Build experience for progression into senior operations or business planning leadership

Pay: £62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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Business Operations Planning Manager