*Sales and Operations Planning Coordinator - LATAM

Job Title: Sales and Operations Planning Coordinator - LATAM
Location: Remote (PST Time zone)
Salary Range: up to 1650 USD

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST

NOTE: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR POSITION

Company Overview:

Sagan is an exclusive membership community for top executives, founders, and CEOs seeking to hire and maximize the impact of international talent. We bridge the gap between global talent and US-based businesses, connecting candidates from vibrant regions like Latin America, the Philippines, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Africa with leading American companies. Discover a world of career possibilities with Sagan.

Sagan represents a rapidly growing agency specializing in generating high-quality leads for B2B clients through cold email outreach.

Client Overview:

We are dedicated to providing innovative solutions and exceptional service in the gardening industry. We are seeking a Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring seamless coordination between sales and operations, contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the company.

Role Overview:

The Sales and Operations Planning Coordinator will play a critical role in our company's supply chain and operations strategy. This position is responsible for coordinating the S&OP process to ensure alignment between sales forecasts, production plans, and inventory levels. The S&OP Coordinator will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize demand planning, production scheduling, and inventory management, ultimately supporting the company's financial and operational objectives.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. They have experience in sales and operations planning, demand planning, or supply chain management, and are proficient in S&OP software such as SAP, Oracle, and Excel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. The ideal candidate can manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while continuously seeking process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• S&OP Process Coordination: Lead the S&OP process, including the preparation and facilitation of monthly S&OP meetings, ensuring that all necessary data and reports are available for review.
• Demand Planning: Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to gather and analyze sales forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with market trends and customer demands.
• Production Scheduling: Work with the production and supply chain teams to develop and maintain production schedules that meet customer demand while optimizing resource utilization.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to ensure they are aligned with demand forecasts and production plans, minimizing excess inventory and stockouts.
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales, inventory, and production data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Reporting: Prepare and distribute regular S&OP reports, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and variance analysis, to stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between sales, marketing, production, and supply chain teams to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the S&OP process.
• Compliance: Ensure that all S&OP activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in sales and operations planning, demand planning, supply chain management, or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in S&OP software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Excel).
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Software Skills: NetSuite, Microsoft Office 360, Google, Slack (or similar tools)