Sales & Operational Planning Analyst

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Sales & Operational Planning Analyst - Hybrid working

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about turning data into insight that drives real business decisionsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally critical planning function at the heart of our organisation.

As aSales & Operational PlanningAnalyst youll play a pivotal role in shaping how we balance customer demand operational capability and financial performance.Sitting at the centre of our national Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process youll work with teams across commercial supply chain operations and finance to deliver accuratetrustedplans that inform seniordecision-making andsupportsustainable growth.

This role is ideal for a detail-driven analytically curious professional who enjoys working with complex data and making a visible impact on business performance.

What youll be doing

In this role youll be responsible forsupportingthe end-to-end monthly Sales & Operational Planning cycle and providing high-quality insight to senior stakeholders. Youll:

• Gather validate and consolidate demand supply inventory and financial data to ensure accuracy and integrity across the Sales & Operational Planningprocess
• Analyse forecast accuracy identify trends and root causes and provide recommendations to improve planning performance
• Reconcile demand and supply plans identifying risks constraints and opportunities ahead of pre-Sales & Operational Planningand executive Sales & Operational Planningforums
• Supportthe structured monthly Sales & Operational Planningcycle coordinating inputs preparing meeting materials and trackingagreedactions
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards executive summaries and MD-level packs that translate complex data into clear actionable insight
• Analyse inventory levels production requirements and stock risks tosupportoptimisation and operational planning
• Monitor volume profiles and transport capacity highlighting opportunities to improve logistics efficiency
• Work closely with commercial supply chain operations finance and MESS colleagues to align plans and resolve data conflicts
• Track planned versus actual performance producing varianceanalysisand highlighting areas for management focus
• Supportcontinuous improvement by enhancing planning processes automating reporting and improving data flows including the use of Anaplan and Power BI
• Respondto ad-hoc analytical requests and communicate insights clearly to a range of stakeholders

What were looking for

Were looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with acollaborativemindset. Youll ideally bring:

Skills & behaviours

• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on data accuracy and quality
• A naturally curious analytical approach and the ability to get behind the numbers
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams to tight deadlines
• Acollaborative proactive style with confidence working across functions and levels
• Clear communication skills with the ability to explain complexanalysisto non-technical audiences
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced cyclical planning environment

Experience & background

• Experience in supply chain planning demand planning operationsanalysisor a similar analytical role
• Demonstrable experience in data analysis reporting and visualisation
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Anunderstandingof forecasting demand planning or S&OP/IBP processes (desirable)
• Experience with planning or ERP systems such as Anaplan or SAP is advantageous
• A degree in a relevant analytical discipline such as Business Supply Chain Data Analytics Engineering or similar

Why Tarmac

We dont just offer a job we offer a career.

Alongside this role youll have access to industry-leading rewards development opportunities and a culture that puts people first including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers holidays etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free andconfidentialadvice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious Ethnic Cultural Heritage LGBTQ Parents & carers Ability Wellbeing Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac iscommittedto being aForcesfriendly employer.If youre coming from a military background wellsupportyour transition and help you build a successful career with us.

Were proud to be part of CRH and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process just let us know were here tosupportyou.

Ready to build your future