Alfa Laval in Fontanil is looking for a S&OP Manager for BU WCT Operations

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. 

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. 

WCT Operations has the global responsibility for manufacturing and supplying Welded Heat Exchangers & Circular Technologies. We are spread across the globe supporting all customer’s requirements. Though functionally belonging to the Energy Division and WCT Business unit, our products are sold across all three of Alfa Laval’s divisions Energy, Food & Pharma and Ocean.

About the job

The S&OP Manager leads the global cross-functional Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand and supply plans, optimize resource allocation, and facilitate cross-functional decision-making to achieve business objectives and customer service targets.
Build supply chain planning awareness and competence within the organization

As our Sales & Operations Planning Manager your responsibilities include:

• S&OP Process Leadership: Own and facilitate the monthly S&OP cycle, including product review, demand review, supply review, and executive business review meetings. Being responsible for implementation of the S&OP Process in the BU

• Cross-functional Coordination: Secure collaboration between sales, marketing, operations, finance, and supply chain to achieve consensus planning

• Gap Analysis: Identify and quantify demand-supply gaps, present scenario options, and facilitate decision-making on capacity, inventory, and service level trade-offs

• Performance Management: Monitor S&OP KPIs including forecast accuracy, plan attainment, and inventory targets; drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Strategic Planning: Support annual business planning and quarterly business reviews with integrated demand-supply analysis

• Escalation Management: Manage planning conflicts and facilitate executive decision-making on resource allocation and strategic trade-offs

• Process Standardization: Support/Drive development and maintenance of S&OP policies, procedures, and governance within the organization (BU)

Who you are and what you know:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

• Experience: at least 5 years of experience in supply chain planning, operations, or business management with 3+ years in S&OP or similar cross-functional roles

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in S&OP software platforms, advanced Excel, ERP systems, and business intelligence tools

• Leadership/Communication: Strong facilitation, negotiation, and consensus-building skills with senior stakeholders. Strong presentation and executive communication skills with ability to influence without authority

• Business Acumen: Understanding of financial planning, operations management, and strategic business planning

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open, friendly, and global environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have the possibility to make a big impact on our business unit’s future success.

The position is based in Fontanil and moderate travelling (30-50 days/year) is required and you will report to the Head of WCT Operations Development. 

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