Director, Demand Planning

Optimas Solutions; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Demand Planning & SIOP to lead their North American operations. This pivotal role involves enhancing forecast accuracy, managing the SIOP process, and fostering collaboration between sales and planning teams. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in supply chain management, demonstrating strategic vision and leadership skills. If you are passionate about driving results and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact within a global organization committed to excellence in supply chain solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Supply Chain, SIOP, or Demand Planning required.
• Experience with advanced forecasting tools and large datasets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to improve forecast accuracy and manage the SIOP process.
• Develop demand segmentation and maintain relationships with sales teams.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Demand Planning

SIOP Process

Forecasting Tools

Data Analysis

Leadership

Collaboration

Customer Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Tableau

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

ToolsGroup Demand Planning software

Job description

Description

Director, Demand Planning & SIOP

Wood Dale, IL - United States

About Optimas:

Optimas is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse customers around the world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every community we serve. This allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve, leveraging our footprint to remain at your side while providing a highly personalized level of service and support no matter where you find yourself around the globe.

Position overview:

The Director, Demand Planning & SIOP is responsible for all demand planning activities across North America. The role is also responsible for the monthly SIOP process, from Demand through Executive Review cycle.

Main responsibilities:

The Director, Demand Planning & SIOP will be responsible for the following:

1. Lead team of Senior Demand Planners and Demand Planners responsible for improving forecast accuracy and bias at the account level
2. Responsible for North American SIOP Program, including hosting monthly meetings with Executive Leadership, and ensuring team members are adhering to the monthly process
3. Develop demand segmentation process and recommend forecasting and fulfillment strategies based on findings
4. Develop and maintain close relationship with sales teams to drive improved engagement and communication between groups to improve long-term forecast accuracy
5. Develop advanced KPIs and Dashboards to monitor, analyze, and improve forecast accuracy
6. Develop associates through hiring, coaching, mentoring, performance management, and succession planning
7. Continuous improvement of forecasting & SIOP processes and systems

Key Competencies:

The ideal candidate must have the following competencies:

1. Strategic Vision
2. Leadership and Team Development
3. Results driven
4. Embrace change
5. Collaboration and Influence
6. Entrepreneurial spirit

Skills and Qualifications:

1. 10+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, SIOP and/or Demand Planning
2. Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Supply Chain or related field
3. Prior experience leading monthly SIOP process a must
4. Experience working with advanced forecasting tools and techniques required
5. Experience working with large datasets preferred
6. Proficient in Tableau, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Access
7. Knowledge of ToolsGroup Demand Planning software a plus
8. Customer oriented with a strong sense of urgency
9. Ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across all functional areas including at Executive levels
10. Comfortable communicating and presenting to Executive Leadership
11. Decision maker, ability to lead and communicate cross functionally throughout all levels of the organization

Compensation:

At Optimas we believe in having a competitive compensation scheme to motivate and retain our employees. More information will be given throughout the process.

Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing