supply chain SIOP manager

essential duties and responsibilities:
supply chain management:

• Manage the supply plan for raw and semi-finished materials used for manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Regularly review production plans and plan adherence.
• Develop plans to ensure optional stocking positions.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
• Develop category specific SIOP and MPS processes within the business.
• Evaluate demand and supply side accuracy
• Regularly review capacity with operations to ensure deliverability of promises

SIOP (sales inventory and operations planning):

• Own category specific SIOP process.
• Develop and manage forecasts, inventory plans, and production schedules to meet customer requirements and optimize resources.
• Analyze SIOP data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage MPS plan
• Adjust plan for bottlenecks and coordinate actions with critical resources. 

project management:

• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously centered around supply chain optimization, complexity reduction, reliability, and supply redundancy.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate project status, updates, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders.

cross-functional collaboration:

• Work closely with production, engineering, quality assurance, and other departments to align supply chain activities with project requirements.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and project outcomes.

qualifications and requirements:      

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management and project management, preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics, procurement processes, inventory management, and SIOP principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and supply chain management tools.