Sales & Operations Planning Manager
About The Position
Meyer Utility Structures is searching for an experienced Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager for our new location in Clinton, IL. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role will lead the S&OP process, serving as the central figure for orchestrating end-to-end planning cycle. The successful manager will align demand, supply, and financial plans to drive operational excellence and meet strategic business objectives. A key responsibility will be to report risks, opportunities, and gaps to leadership, providing clear, data-driven recommendations to mitigate challenges and capitalize on potential growth areas. Meyer Utility Structures is an industry leader in the engineering design and fabrication of concrete and tubular steel structures for transmission, distribution, and substation applications. With over sixty years of innovative engineering and manufacturing expertise, Meyer has helped to author and validate many of today's transmission industry standards and specifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, or business (preferred) or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years in supply chain planning/scheduling for sales and manufacturing operations
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP and planning tools (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- High competency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
- Strong facilitation, analytical, and communication skills
Nice To Haves
- APICS CPIM/CSCP certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Own and lead the monthly S&OP cycle
- Facilitate demand, supply, and executive S&OP reviews
- Ensure clear communication of decisions and priorities
- Partner with Sales/Marketing/Operations to validate forecasts
- Use data and trends to improve forecast accuracy
- Balance demand with production capacity and material availability
- Lead scenario planning for risks and opportunities
- Track KPIs: forecast accuracy, on-time delivery, inventory turns and working capital, production schedule adherence and S&OP effectiveness
- Prepare executive S&OP dashboards and presentations
- Recommend continuous improvement initiatives
- Serve as central contact for Sales, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain
- Build alignment to resolve demand vs. supply conflicts
- Ensure financial plans align with S&OP outcomes
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 401k with Employer Match
- 11 paid Company holidays
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training and Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Salary Range $71,020 - $92,220 - Commensurate with Experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
