Planning Manager, Planning

Planning Manager, Planning

Full-Time 60000 - 75000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Critical Selection Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead tactical planning for sales campaigns and analyse market trends.
  • Company: Major Automotive OEM pioneering in EV and Hybrid technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and travel opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and shape the future of automotive sales.
  • Qualifications: Experience in planning, strong analytical skills, and automotive knowledge.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 Β£ per year.

Major Automotive OEM leading the way with EV and Hybrid technology.

Oversee all aspects of tactical planning including:

  • Development and delivery of Quarterly Sales Campaigns in accordance with retained contribution margins, including above the line tactical and volume bonus related programmes.
  • Analyse and report on the business and competitor sales performance reporting on specific trends within the market place.
  • Working with the Director of Logistics to plan and maintain new car stock.
  • Submission of overlays to support business requirements.
  • In conjunction with the Director of Product and Planning, develop all key above the line national promotions across Retail and Motability sales channels.
  • Ensure that commercial policy terms align with required key business objectives including dealer margin, volume related bonus levels and demonstrator support.
  • Develop accurate short, medium and long range sales forecasts by model and channel for business planning and production volumes taking all variables into account.
  • Act as the industry expert, supporting all other departments including all aspects of above the line promotions.
  • Work closely with colleagues from Finance to ensure both acquisition and retention strategies are optimised.
  • Produce quarterly sales campaign documents and formulate overlays as and when required to be communicated to dealer network.
  • Align with Product Manager in production of quarterly Cost of Contract report and index position across retail and Motability.
  • Work with finance team to review contribution margin and incentive spend in line with business objectives.

Strong analytical planning and organisational skills. Commercial experience in a field based or head office role. Automotive knowledge and experience, ideally from an OEM. Presentation skills / influencing ability and project management skills. High level of numeracy, advanced skills of Microsoft Excel. Be prepared to travel as required, be flexible regarding working times.

Planning Manager, Planning employer: Critical Selection Limited

As a leading Major Automotive OEM at the forefront of EV and Hybrid technology, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation packages, and a culture that values teamwork and excellence. Located in the UK, our team enjoys the unique advantage of being part of a rapidly evolving industry while contributing to sustainable automotive solutions.

Critical Selection Limited

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Critical Selection Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Planning Manager, Planning

Tactical Planning
Sales Campaign Development
Market Analysis
Competitor Analysis
Stock Management
Sales Forecasting
Commercial Policy Alignment