Operations & S&OP Manager (m/f/d)

About The Role

At ARX Robotics, operational excellence is essential to scaling the production and delivery of advanced autonomous systems. As Operations S OP Manager , you will connect sales, operations, and production planning to ensure alignment between customer demand, business priorities, and operational execution. You will play a central role in driving structured planning processes, improving cross-functional coordination, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the organization.

This role offers the opportunity to shape scalable operations within a fast-growing defense technology environment. What You’ll Build Coordinate and merge S OP processes across the organization Act as the key connection point between sales, operations, and production planning teams Align demand forecasts, production capacities, and business priorities to support reliable execution Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to ensure transparency and alignment on operational plans Define, monitor, and continuously improve operational KPIs and reporting structures Drive data-informed decision-making through structured analysis and planning processes Manage operational expectations across teams and help resolve planning bottlenecks proactively Support the development of scalable planning and operational processes as the company grows Contribute to efficient resource planning, delivery reliability, and operational performance improvements What You Bring Fluency in both German and English Experience in operations management, production planning, supply chain, or Sales Operations Planning (S OP) Strong understanding of demand planning, operational coordination, and cross-functional stakeholder management Confidence working with data, KPIs, and operational reporting to support business decisions Experience aligning commercial and operational priorities in fast-paced environments Hands-on experience working with SAP S/4HANA in operations, planning, or supply chain functions A structured and analytical approach with strong problem-solving skills Ability to communicate clearly across technical, operational, and commercial teams Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously A proactive mindset with a focus on collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further.

What We Offer

Join a mission-driven European defense tech company at a pivotal stage of growth, where you can help shape meaningful technology, take ownership early, and grow with the business!

Compensation

package including a bonus opportunity 27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days Employer-supported pension contribution Learning development support and team events budget Employee discounts and flexible

Benefits

budget via Probonio Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi-annual development conversations Referral bonus program, dog-friendly office, and relocation support where applicable About Us ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations. As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments.