SIOP Manager

Safran; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electronics & Defense Actuation North America seeks an experienced SIOP Manager to lead the integrated business planning process across Sales, Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance. You will translate priorities into an executable plan, ensure forecast reliability, and manage risks to support on-time delivery and financial goals.

You will develop scalable SIOP processes and lead a 5–10 person team, partnering with sales and product teams to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in SIOP or related planning roles.
• Strong knowledge of SIOP/S&OP, demand planning, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Own and continually improve end-to-end SIOP process (Demand/ Supply / Executive SIOP).
• Coordinate with Sales, Program Management, Operations and Finance to align plans with financial targets.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, reports, and control towers to drive action.
• Lead and develop a team of 5-10 demand and procurement related roles.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

SIOP process

Demand planning

Forecasting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

The Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) Manager is responsible for leading and continuously improving the integrated business planning process, ensuring alignment between customer demand, supply chain capabilities, operational capacity, inventory, and financial objectives.

This position serves as a critical link between Sales, Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance, translating business priorities and customer requirements into a consolidated, executable operational plan. The SIOP Manager is accountable for establishing planning discipline, improving forecast reliability, identifying operational risks and constraints, and driving cross-functional alignment to support customer delivery commitments and business performance.

As Safran Electronics & Defense Actuation North America continues establishing its operating capabilities, this position will also play an important role in developing scalable SIOP processes, organizational capabilities, and planning systems to support future business growth.

Essential Job Functions

• Own, lead, and continuously improve the end-to-end SIOP process, including Demand Reviews, Supply Reviews, Pre-SIOP alignment, and Executive SIOP.
• Partner with sales and product teams to improve forecast accuracy, and coordinate with operations/capacity planners to align output with customer requirements.
• Analyze data, including ERP information, and prepare consolidated managerial reports to recommend actions for optimal results. Update and maintain monthly and weekly control towers, metrics charts, and other reporting identified to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for key metrics shortfalls.
• Ensure correct planning parameters and transaction disciplines in order execution systems, maintaining proper order generation and inventory balances.
• Link operational plans to financial targets, cost modeling, ROI analysis, and executive decision-making.
• Review and update procedures, policies, and work instructions in line with corporate strategies, compliance initiatives, regulatory requirements, environmental policies, and other standards, regulations, or laws.
• Report and manage the material cost and schedule impacts of proposed engineering changes, ensuring successful implementation of approved releases.
• Ensure all procurement documentation meets corporate standards and customer audit requirements.
• Lead a team of 5-10 demand and procurement related roles.
• Evaluate team and individual performance to facilitate performance management and merit promotions.
• Influence and coach cross-functional leaders without direct authority to resolve supply-demand gaps.
• Foster a positive working environment with other functional leaders.
• Drive talent development strategies, including succession planning and career development processes, to nurture team growth.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position responsibilities, as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline from an accredited course of study.
• 7 or more years of progressive leadership experience in SIOP, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP), demand management, supply planning, inventory management, and material requirements planning.
• Advanced working knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP systems, particularly MRP, Materials Management (MM), and Production Planning (PP).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, identify performance drivers, and translate findings to executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with Power BI or comparable reporting and analytical tools preferred.
• Understanding of financial planning fundamentals, including revenue forecasting, inventory valuation, working capital, and operational cost drivers.
• Ability to develop and manage operational KPIs, performance dashboards, and structured management reporting.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality management requirements and applicable process controls.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or comparable continuous improvement methodologies; Green Belt certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS, and U.S. Government procurement requirements preferred.

Leadership Skills / Management Skills / Personal Skills

• Positively influences organizational change, process improvement, and adoption of new ways of working.
• Communication skills and active listening, ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders at operational and executive levels.
• Apply Critical Thinking principles; Ability to manage and solve problems
• Ability to analyze and synthesize
• Maintains a strong focus on customer commitments, delivery performance, and operational responsiveness
• Highest level of integrity
• Time Management, meeting deadlines with limited supervision
• Effectively communicate, influence and gain consensus
• Effectively make decisions in complex situations and demonstrate flexibility on resolving issues
• Builds capable teams through coaching, performance management, and professional development

The salary range for this position is based on experience, qualifications, and market practices. Actual compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including education, skills, relevant experience, business needs, and location.

Safran is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices in accordance with applicable law.