Senior Operations Manager

Company Overview

Specified Technologies Inc. (STI) is an industry leader in the development of firestopping systems, smoke and sound control products, and innovative construction solutions. For more than 30 years, STI has partnered with contractors, engineers, and building owners to provide tested, trusted, and code‑compliant solutions worldwide.

Headquartered in Somerville, New Jersey, the company has grown to serve multiple markets and geographies and remains committed to innovation, safety, and performance in passive fire protection.

Role Description

We’re seeking a Senior Operations Manager that will lead end-to-end operations, including SIOP, planning, procurement, logistics, and continuous improvement. They will drive alignment between demand, supply, and financial objectives through structured planning processes.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Corporate Headquarters in Somerville, New Jersey.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the SIOP process to align demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Facilitate SIOP cycles, including demand, supply, and executive reviews.
• Drive alignment across sales, operations, finance, and supply chain.
• Oversee planning, procurement, and logistics, including warehousing and distribution.
• Utilize ERP and analytics tools to support planning and decision making.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, inventory targets, service levels, and performance metrics.
• Ensure alignment between production plans, inventory, and customer demand.
• Drive improvements in lead times, service levels, working capital, and efficiency.
• Lead ERP implementation, upgrades, integration, and optimization.
• Ensure data integrity and user adoption.
• Translate business needs into workflows, configurations, dashboards, and reporting.
• Establish and manage KPI frameworks across SIOP, operations, and supply chain.
• Implement continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required or assigned. 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.

Experience

• 7–12+ years in operations and supply chain leadership.
• Proven MRP implementation experience (Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics).
• Strong SIOP / IBP experience required.
• Experience in managing distribution.
• Experience in multi-warehouse management.
• Full understanding of Forecast and demand plan adherence, inventory turns and working capital performance, on-time delivery and service levels.

Skills

• Advanced analytics and data visualization capabilities.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills.

Why You'll Love Working Here!

At STI Firestop, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and individual growth. We’re committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, including:

• Paid Time Off – Company Paid Holidays, Vacation, Floating and Sick time to use when it works best for you.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your financial future with our 401(k) program, including employer contributions.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Please note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or H-1B transfer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and not require sponsorship now or in the future.