Sr. Demand Planning, SIOP

Carrier; Santa Catarina; On-site; MXN 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking an experienced supply chain professional to lead S&OP and demand planning in Santa Catarina, Mexico. You will drive 18-month consensus demand plans, coordinate with functions, and integrate data to improve forecasting accuracy.

This role requires deep knowledge of S&OP processes and strong analytical skills. Join a global leader in climate and energy solutions, with opportunities to influence business strategy, work with senior stakeholders, and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain (S&OP, Forecasting, Demand Planning, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of S&OE, IBP and S&OP with implementation experience.
• MBA or master's degree in business or equivalent.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships through strong communication.
• Experience with demand planning tools.
• Advanced capability in Excel, SAP, Kinaxis and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SIOP Demand Reviews and prepare data for executive review.
• Develop an 18-month consensus demand plan for the business unit.
• Standardize materials planning and SIOP processes to optimize resources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to capture inputs and improve models.
• Integrate backlog, bookings, forecasts and market signals for a consensus forecast.
• Coordinate cross-functional discussions to challenge assumptions.
• Analyze forecast performance and implement corrections.
• Stay updated on market trends and customer behavior.
• Identify opportunities and changes in demand.
• Align demand plans with revenue goals.
• Understand drivers of demand changes and impacts on downstream processes.
• Lead continuous improvement of demand planning capabilities.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Kinaxis

PowerPoint

S&OE

IBP

S&OP

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life‑saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world‑class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com (opens in new window)or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life‑saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world‑class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com (opens in new window)or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About The Role

This position is for an experienced professional with deep knowledge and highly developed technical expertise who leads in the supply and demand planning process, and is responsible for making significant improvements of processes, systems, and products to enhance performance of work area and team. Works with internal and external team leaders to develop financial forecasts.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Leaders to develop an 18-month consensus demand plan for assigned Business Unit through the monthly SIOP cycle.


• Spearheads the development of standardized processes within materials planning and SIOP in order to optimize the utilization of business resources and meet customer expectations for delivery.


• Partner with stakeholders across teams to capture all inputs to the demand plan and to ensure adjustments and improvements to forecasting models and methodologies are implemented.


• Integrate firm backlog, order pipeline, bookings forecast, statistical forecasting, portfolio management, NPI, market intelligence and other product demand signals to create a consensus demand forecast.


• Coordinates cross-functional discussions to document and challenge Demand Plan assumptions and refine the forecast.


• Analyze performance and metrics to identify causes of forecast error and bias and develop and implement plans to correct errors.


• Stay updated on market trends, industry dynamics, and customer behavior


• Develop plan to capture opportunities and identify demand changes


• Collaborate with senior management to align demand planning initiatives with overall business strategies and goals. Ensure alignment between revenue and demand plans.


• Understand the drivers of demand changes, customers, and revenue impacts and potential effects on the downstream processes.


• Lead the SIOP Demand Reviews, prepare all data and metrics for review, identify gaps and scenarios that must be presented, guide final decision making on open items and trade-offs, and prepare escalations for executive review where appropriate.


• Create the SIOP Demand Review minutes, communicate key conclusions to stakeholders and perform follow up of the actions.


• Lead continuous improvement efforts to advance the demand planning and forecasting process capabilities.

As a Minimum You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree


• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain (S&OP, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, Materials Management, Master Planning, Scheduling)


• Strong Working knowledge of S&OE, IBP and S&OP with implementation experience


• MBA or master's degree in business or equivalent


• Ability to build cross-functional relationships through strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Experience with demand planning tools


• Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel, SAP, Kinaxis and PowerPoint

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well‑being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees’ health, security, and success.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. (opens in new window) We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.