Senior Director of SIOP

About the role

Overview: The Senior Director of SIOP is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process across the organization. This individual will drive alignment between sales forecasts, inventory management, and operational planning to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. The Senior Director will work cross-functionally to develop and implement best-in-class processes that support business objectives and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Elevate the SIOP Strategy: Take ownership of the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, driving efficiency, accuracy, and strategic alignment across the organization. Define and implement best practices to optimize demand planning, inventory management, and supply chain performance.
• Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the bridge between key departments—including sales, marketing, finance, operations, and supply chain—to ensure a unified approach to forecasting, production, and inventory planning. Champion teamwork and alignment to drive business success.
• Drive Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize advanced analytics, forecasting tools, and market insights to improve demand accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and mitigate supply chain risks. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Optimize Inventory & Production Planning: Work closely with inventory and production teams to develop agile and responsive strategies that balance supply with customer demand. Ensure the right products are available at the right time, while minimizing excess inventory and reducing costs.
• Enhance Supply Chain Performance & Resilience: Identify and implement strategies to streamline procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution processes. Develop risk mitigation plans to proactively address potential supply chain disruptions.
• Lead Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Drive process improvements, introduce cutting-edge technologies, and adopt industry best practices to enhance efficiency, scalability, and overall supply chain effectiveness. Champion a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
• Engage & Influence Key Stakeholders: Present insights, recommendations, and strategic plans to executive leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment on business objectives and supply chain initiatives. Influence decision-making at the highest levels to drive sustainable growth and success.

Requirements

Education And/or Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain, SIOP, demand planning, or operations, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and production planning.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to drive collaboration and alignment.
• Proficiency in data analytics, reporting, and SIOP-related software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, Anaplan).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and manage change within complex organizations.
• Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA or MS) in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related discipline.
• Preferred: Experience in consumer goods, retail, or manufacturing industries.
• Preferred: Certification in APICS CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Preferred: Knowledge of AI-driven forecasting and digital supply chain solutions.