SIOP Transformation Lead: SAP IBP & AI Forecasting

Lennox; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 139,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lennox is seeking a Sr. Manager, SIOP to lead demand planning transformation within SAP IBP, aligning forecasts, inventory, and production capacity. You will drive standardization, analytics, governance, and change management across functions to deliver measurable business value.

The role emphasizes advanced analytics, AI-enabled forecasting, and collaboration with sales, marketing, finance, and IT to optimize service levels and inventory performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or related field; MBA/advanced degree preferred.
• 5–10 years in SIOP/S&OP, integrated demand-supply planning, and inventory optimization.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, APO, IBP), advanced Excel, statistical forecasting, and analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of demand planning, capacity modeling, inventory management, and network optimization.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to forecast vs. actuals and build simulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership to influence across functions and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the SIOP process: monthly cycles including demand review and executive consensus.
• Drive demand & inventory planning: generate forecasts, adjust safety stocks, evaluate performance.
• Coordinate supply alignment: assess production/purchasing needs and adjust schedules.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, production, purchasing, and finance.
• Lead meetings, set agendas, document actions, ensure follow-through.
• Maintain data integrity in ERP/MRP systems; track KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as change agent to standardize processes and enable system enhancements.

Skills

SIOP/S&OP

Forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Operations / Business

MBA/advanced degree preferred

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP APO

Excel

Job description

Lennox is seeking a Sr. Manager, SIOP to lead demand planning transformation within SAP IBP, aligning forecasts, inventory, and production capacity. You will drive standardization, analytics, governance, and change management across functions to deliver measurable business value.

The role emphasizes advanced analytics, AI-enabled forecasting, and collaboration with sales, marketing, finance, and IT to optimize service levels and inventory performance.