Daikin Applied

Lead end-to-end global supply chain strategy including SIOP process, materials management, inventory optimization, and team leadership. | Requires 10+ years progressive global supply chain leadership, advanced ERP proficiency, and strong cross-functional influence with an MBA preferred. | This role is a high-impact executive role responsible for leading the end-to-end supply chain organization. This leader will design and execute global strategies across materials management, demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, and logistics. A primary mandate of this role is to champion and mature the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP / S&OP) process, driving cross-functional alignment between Sales, Operations, Finance, and Product Management to support business growth and customer fulfillment goals. Key Responsibilities Strategic SIOP Leadership • Own and mature the enterprise SIOP framework to effectively balance market demand with manufacturing and supplier capacity. • Lead monthly SIOP executive review cadences, driving alignment on a single consensus demand, supply, and inventory plan utilized for financial forecasting. • Perform scenario planning and rough-cut capacity analysis to support demand shifts, new product introductions (NPI), and product lifecycle transitions. Materials Management & Production Planning • Oversee global material planning and execution processes to ensure uninterrupted supply and optimized material flow across all manufacturing facilities. • Govern Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system discipline, data integrity, and parameters (e.g., lead times, MOQs, and lot sizes). • Strengthen production control and scheduling mechanisms to optimize shop-floor resource utilization. Supply Chain Strategy & Inventory Optimization • Drive working capital performance by establishing strict Days of On-Hand (DOH) targets and reducing Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory. • Identify, mitigate, and resolve long-range supply chain risks, including labor, equipment, tariff exposure, and material constraints. • Design dashboards and KPI scorecards to track forecast accuracy, supplier execution, on-time delivery (OTD), and total supply chain costs. Inventory Control & Optimization • Drive working capital performance by establishing strict Days of On-Hand (DOH) targets, striking a precise balance between peak-season readiness and off-season reduction. • Implement robust inventory tracking mechanisms, including multi-site cycle counting and warehouse management systems (WMS) to maximize accuracy. • Minimize Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory through rigorous management of phase-out components, engineering change notices (ECNs), and legacy replacement parts. Team Leadership & Supplier Partnerships • Provide executive-level guidance and mentorship to a global team of supply planners, materials managers, and analyst professionals. • Cultivate strategic relationships with tier-1 vendors, holding partners accountable to contractual commitments and delivery metrics. • Foster continuous process improvements utilizing Lean Six-Sigma methodologies to eliminate operational waste and enhance scalability. Role Requirements & Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field is required; an MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred. • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in global supply chain planning, materials management, and SIOP within a manufacturing environment. • Proven track record of successfully implementing or scaling enterprise-wide SIOP / S&OP processes across matrixed organizations. Technical Skills & Certifications • Deep proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced planning tools (e.g., SAP/IBP, Anaplan). • Expert-level knowledge of MRP architecture, demand analytics, and lean supply chain principles. • Professional certifications such as APICS CSCP, CPIM, or a Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are highly desirable. Leadership Competencies • Exceptional cross-functional influence with the ability to build consensus between high-level sales, finance, and manufacturing stakeholders. • Strong financial acumen with a clear history of tying physical material movements to P&L outcomes and working capital metrics. • Willingness to travel up to 20%-30% to corporate sites and supplier locations as needed. HVAC Logistics & Distribution Network • Optimize outbound distribution strategies for finished goods, managing complex logistics networks servicing commercial distributors, residential contractors, and job sites. • Manage inbound freight operations, mitigating risks associated with long-lead international components and bulky, heavy-gauge raw materials. • Cultivate strategic relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and freight forwarders to optimize total landed cost and transportation efficiency. HVAC Industry Competency • Deep understanding of HVAC supply chain dynamics, including regional seasonality, weather-correlation modeling, and distributor channel behaviors. • Familiarity with HVAC regulatory frameworks, including EPA refrigerant regulations, DOE energy efficiency mandates, and UL safety standards. • Technical comprehension of HVAC bill of materials (BOMs), commodity pricing indexation (copper/steel), and international sourcing constraints. Systems & Analytics Expertise • Advanced proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and dedicated SIOP/Advanced Planning tools (e.g., SAP/IBP, Kinaxis). • Expertise in material optimization frameworks, including Safety Stock calculations, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), and ABC/XYZ analysis. • Strong command of logistics metrics, such as On-Time In-Full (OTIF), freight-as-a-percent-of-sales, and warehouse utilization rates.