What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Manager, S&OP position at Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.?
Overview
The Senior Manager of S&OP (or Sales and Operations Planning), is a professional responsible for coordinating and aligning sales forecasts with operational capabilities by analyzing demand, managing inventory levels, and creating production plans to ensure a balance between supply and demand, maximizing profitability and smooth business operations across the organization; key duties include demand forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to achieve optimal production strategies.
Key Responsibilities
This job operates in a professional or remote office environment and requires operating standard office equipment and keyboards. Employees who work remotely are expected to maintain their workspace and environment safely and free from safety hazards.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Iovance is committed to cultivating and offering a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal- opportunity employer, our employees and applicants will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or accommodation to apply to one of our opportunities, please contact careers@iovance.com.
By voluntarily providing information and clicking “Submit Application”, you explicitly consent to the collection and use of your personal information for the purposes described above and in our Candidate Privacy Notice.
The Senior Manager of S&OP (or Sales and Operations Planning), is a professional responsible for coordinating and aligning sales forecasts with operational capabilities by analyzing demand, managing inventory levels, and creating production plans to ensure a balance between supply and demand, maximizing profitability and smooth business operations across the organization; key duties include demand forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to achieve optimal production strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop accurate demand forecasts that align with business objectives and support the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
- Monitor supply planning by evaluating production capacity, raw material availability, and lead times to ensure alignment between supply and demand, proactively addressing potential constraints to meet business objectives and customer needs.
- Oversee inventory management by monitoring inventory levels, identifying potential stock shortages or overstocking issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to adjust production plans and supply chain strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels and meet business objectives.
- Evaluate production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks by analyzing resource availability, production constraints, and demand forecasts; collaborate with cross-functional teams to address capacity challenges and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize production scheduling, ensuring alignment with business objectives and maintaining efficiency across operations.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional S&OP meetings by coordinating with sales, marketing, operations, and finance teams to gather critical input, align on key business objectives, and develop a collaborative, consensus-driven demand and supply plan that supports organizational goals.
- Leverage data and advanced analytical tools to analyze demand and supply trends, identify patterns, and assess potential risks; develop actionable insights to proactively address imbalances, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives by driving appropriate actions to achieve the required supply output and meet customer demand.
- Lead scenario demonstrations by analyzing the impact of fluctuating demand patterns, including highs and lows, against various manufacturing constraints such as capacity, lead times, and resource availability; develop and evaluate potential production facility/layout schematics to optimize operational efficiency, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and minimizing risks to supply chain performance.
- Establish and manage a structured cadence of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings, ensuring data is systematically gathered, reviewed, and analyzed by key stakeholders ahead of formal executive presentations; develop and deliver comprehensive S&OP reports to executive management, highlighting critical metrics, identifying potential risks or issues, and proposing actionable initiatives to address these challenges, fostering alignment and strategic decision-making across the organization.
- Identify and lead initiatives to optimize the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by continuously evaluating and improving forecasting methods, enhancing data accuracy, and ensuring high-quality data integration to drive informed decision-making and operational efficiency.
- BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Industrial Engineering, with 5-10 years experience in supply chain management, including supply chain demand and supply planning and S&OP.
- Knowledge of supply chain management principles and operations planning with strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse stakeholders like sales, marketing, and operations, with a strong attention to detail.
- Leadership abilities to facilitate decision-making and consensus building with internal/external partners and cross-functional project teams.
- Proficiency in relevant software tools for demand forecasting, supply chain planning, and statistical modeling.
- Self-motivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
- Experience with IRT and/or ERP systems is a plus; proficient in MS office tools.
- Lift to 15 lbs
- Sit for extended periods of time in front of computer (2-4 hour)
This job operates in a professional or remote office environment and requires operating standard office equipment and keyboards. Employees who work remotely are expected to maintain their workspace and environment safely and free from safety hazards.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Iovance is committed to cultivating and offering a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal- opportunity employer, our employees and applicants will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or accommodation to apply to one of our opportunities, please contact careers@iovance.com.
By voluntarily providing information and clicking “Submit Application”, you explicitly consent to the collection and use of your personal information for the purposes described above and in our Candidate Privacy Notice.
