SIOP Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Manage and continually enhance the monthly SIOP cycle, which includes Portfolio Review, Demand Review, Supply Review, Pre-SIOP, and Executive SIOP meetings.

• Create and improve SIOP dashboards, KPI reporting, and planning visibility tools.

• Ensure the integrity, consistency, and governance of data across systems and stakeholders.

• Identify process deficiencies and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SIOP maturity.

• Oversee the resolution of critical planning challenges, such as material shortages and demand-supply mismatches.

• Communicate risks, trade-offs, and financial implications during Pre-SIOP and Executive SIOP escalation processes.

• Convert capacity analysis into business cases and capital investment recommendations related to CapEx, backlog, and inventory strategy.

• Assist in the implementation and integration of demand planning capabilities within the SIOP process.

• Develop and fine-tune demand plans utilizing historical data, market trends, and business inputs.

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to align forecasts with commercial and financial goals.

• Assess supply plans for capacity limitations, risk exposure, and optimization opportunities.

• Suggest mitigation strategies for supply-demand discrepancies.

• Track inventory turnover, service levels, days of supply, and other KPIs.

• Identify and manage risks related to excess and obsolete inventory.

• Formulate and uphold safety stock strategies in line with service and financial objectives.

• Contribute to working-capital enhancement initiatives while preserving customer service levels.

• Design, develop, and maintain reporting tools utilizing Excel, Power BI, ERP/MRP systems, and associated analytics platforms.

• Perform root-cause analysis on forecast variances, service gaps, and inventory performance.

• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

• Utilize AI and analytics tools, such as Claude and Codex, to expedite insight generation and reporting efficiency.

• Collaborate across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Sales, and Marketing.

• Drive consensus around planning assumptions, risks, and opportunities.

• Support executive SIOP reviews with precise analysis, recommendations, and strategic insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.

• 2–5 years of progressive experience in supply chain, demand planning, SIOP, IBP, or a related discipline.

• Strong analytical, financial, and systems-thinking skills.

• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools.

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems; experience with SyteLine is preferred.

• Solid understanding of integrated supply chain planning, including forecasting, inventory, and capacity planning.

• Excellent communication skills with the capability to influence stakeholders at various levels.

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to follow-through.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment.

• Experience in a mature SIOP or IBP setting.

• Knowledge of statistical forecasting and modeling methodologies.

• APICS or ASCM certification, such as CPIM or CSCP.

• Experience in the manufacturing or distribution sector.

• Background in implementing or enhancing demand planning processes.

• Familiarity with AI-enabled analytics tools utilized in supply chain applications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Flexible work hours and remote work options.