Overview
Based onsite in either our Chicago or Schweinfurt location, the S&OP Manager has direct oversight and responsibility over the Sales and Operations Planning process and team. The manager will drive the creation, documentation, and implementation of processes to improve supply chain and manufacturing efficiencies. Lead assessments, implementation and usage of S&OP tools and serve as SRAM S&OP trainer and ambassador for the overall S&OP process. Drive to industry best on time in full order fulfillment metrics with optimized inventory and efficiencies.
Responsibilities
- Coach and develop S&OP Team of demand planners and supply planners.
- Lead the development and improvement of S&OP processes that drive supply chain and manufacturing operation efficiencies, and escalate exceptions quickly
- Enable monthly recurring forecast updates with Sales and long-term capacity reviews with factory management and EVS leaders
- Lead monthly Operating reviews working towards awareness and alignment between functions, document and track progress of countermeasures
- Maintain dashboards and reports that make visible the state of S&OP, operating plans, and impacts on SRAM's financial plan
- Monitor forecast and supply guardrails aimed at maintaining customer lead-time targets and order fulfillment targets
- Support inventory planning at distribution centers ensuring processes and procedures yield optimal inventory turns, and targeted customer service levels
- Support annual financial planning process
Qualifications
- Demonstrated Forecasting, Capacity Planning, S&OP experience
- Ability to tie demand and supply together with analytics, performance measures, and KPI's
- Experience working in SAP and advanced skill set with MS Excel required
- Continuous improvement mindset and approach to understanding demand and process
- Experience in consumer goods or outdoor industry and inventory management a plus
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Responsibility for managing spend within prescribed budget
- Responsibility for forecasting >$1B in sales"
- Ability to travel 10-15% of the time, including internationally
- Flexibility to attend meetings outside regular business hours
About SRAM
SRAM LLC is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 5,000+ employees, in 20+ locations, across 10+ countries. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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What We Do
Founded in Chicago in 1987 by Stan Day, SRAM, LLC has grown to be one of the world's largest bicycle component manufacturers. Today, we are led by CEO, Ken Lousberg, and Stan Day serves as Chairman of our Board. SRAM’s global footprint helps us bring cycling to every corner of the globe, including your local roads and trails.
We design and manufacture bicycle components, including shifters, derailleurs, brakes, chains, suspension, and power meters. Our components are used by bicycle manufacturers, distributors, and bicycle retailers.
Read the full history of SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/company/about/history
Why Work With Us
SRAM’s success is due to the hard work, passion, and commitment of our team members around the world. A respectful workplace where we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment and all people feel welcome. We offer benefit programs that encourage well-being and support in all aspects of team members’ lives.
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