Operations Planning Manager
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About the Role
Al Tariq seeks an Operations Planning Manager to lead the planning function, develop integrated master schedules, and ensure alignment with program commitments. The role requires 15+ years of experience in defense planning and 10+ years of hands-on SAP experience.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Operations Planning department, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
- Recruit, train, and oversee Master Schedulers, Material Planners, and Production Planners
- Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of Master Schedules across all client and internal programs
- Provide regular reporting on planning activities to Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality leadership
- Support and oversee SAP master data integrity to enable effective MRP execution
- Lead project costing and budgeting processes, including Bill of Materials development
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 15 years of experience in Material and/or Production Planning within a defense or weapons environment
- At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably in manufacturing
- Minimum 10 years of hands on SAP experience
- Certification in Production, Supply Chain, or Logistics is advantageous
- PMP certification and Power BI certification are advantageous
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Company Overview
- Al Tariq is a leading entity within the advanced defense and manufacturing sector, delivering high performance solutions across complex, mission critical programs.
Role Purpose
- The Manager, Operations Planning is responsible for establishing and leading the Operations Planning function within Al Tariq, ensuring delivery of robust planning services to Procurement and Production by developing and maintaining integrated master schedules aligned with program commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Operations Planning department, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
- Recruit, train, and oversee Master Schedulers, Material Planners, and Production Planners in collaboration with the HC function
- Drive performance management, including goal setting, reviews, and development of planning team members
- Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of Master Schedules across all client and internal programs
- Provide regular reporting on planning activities to Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality leadership
- Support and oversee SAP master data integrity (Material Masters, Routings) to enable effective MRP execution
- Execute and oversee master scheduling activities across all projects
- Lead project costing and budgeting processes, including Bill of Materials (BOM) development
- Ensure alignment between planning, procurement, and production to meet delivery timelines and cost objectives
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
- Certification in Production, Supply Chain, or Logistics is advantageous
Experience
- Minimum 15 years of experience in Material and/or Production Planning within a defense or weapons environment
- At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably in manufacturing
- Minimum 10 years of hands on SAP experience
- PMP certification and Power BI certification are advantageous
- Experience supporting or leading audits in a corporate environment
Key Competencies
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership and team development
- Problem solving and analytical thinking
- Results driven with a strong sense of urgency
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
- Resilience and ability to operate in high pressure environments
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