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 decisions? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally critical planning function at the heart of our organisation.

As a Sales & Operational Planning Analyst, you’ll 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, you’ll work with teams across commercial, supply chain, operations and finance to deliver accurate, trusted plans that inform senior decision-making and support sustainable 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 you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll be responsible for supporting the end-to-end monthly Sales & Operational Planning cycle and providing high-quality insight to senior stakeholders. You’ll:

Gather, validate and consolidate demand, supply, inventory and financial data to ensure accuracy and integrity across the Sales & Operational Planning process

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 Planning and executive Sales & Operational Planning forums

Support the structured monthly Sales & Operational Planning cycle, coordinating inputs, preparing meeting materials and tracking agreed actions

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 to support optimisation 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 variance analysis and highlighting areas for management focus

Support continuous improvement by enhancing planning processes, automating reporting and improving data flows, including the use of Anaplan and Power BI

Respond to ad-hoc analytical requests and communicate insights clearly to a range of stakeholders

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who combines strong analytical capability with a collaborative mindset. You’ll 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

A collaborative, proactive style, with confidence working across functions and levels

Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain complex analysis to non-technical audiences

Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, cyclical planning environment

Experience & background

Experience in supply chain planning, demand planning, operations analysis or 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

An understanding of 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 don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll 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 and confidential advice

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 is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

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