SIOP Manager

Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Electronics & Defense Actuation North America seeks a seasoned SIOP Manager to lead the integrated business planning process, aligning demand, supply, and financial targets. This role connects Sales, Program Management, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to deliver execution-ready plans.

With 7+ years in SIOP/Supply Chain, you will drive forecast accuracy, KPI reporting, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting growth initiatives and compliance in a dynamic aerospace

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Own, lead, and continuously improve the end-to-end SIOP process.
• Partner with sales and product teams to improve forecast accuracy.
• Analyze data and prepare consolidated managerial reports for actions.
• Maintain control towers, metrics charts, and reporting for root-cause analysis.
• Link operational plans to financial targets and executive decisions.
• Review procedures and ensure compliance with corporate strategies.
• Lead a team of 5-10 demand and procurement roles.
• Coach cross-functional leaders to resolve supply-demand gaps.
• Foster a positive working environment and talent development.

Skills

SIOP knowledge

Demand planning

Supply planning

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel & Power BI

Financial planning basics

KPIs & reporting

Lean/Six Sigma

ITAR/EAR/FAR knowledge

Leadership & change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

SAP / ERP systems (MRP, MM, PP)

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.

Travel Specificity

Limited domestic or international travel may be required to support business operations, customer or supplier engagements, and coordination with other Safran locations. Minimal travel expected, up to 10%.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and occasionally move about the office. Constantly operate and use a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copier/printer. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. The ability to observe, identify and assess details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds across office for various needs.

Standard 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday with core office hours between 8am and 4pm daily.

Remote work may be available at management discretion.

The work environment is in office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Experience within the aerospace industry a plus, not required.

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 into 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.