Senior Specialist - Sales, Customers, Finance, Operations
Kohler,WIAll locationsKohler,WIMilwaukee, WI Hybrid
$89,800–$114,100 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The Senior SIOP Specialist is responsible for leading demand planning, forecast alignment, revenue risk mitigation, and analytics to support the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process. This role serves as a key liaison between Sales, Customers, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive forecast accuracy, improve customer collaboration, and ensure achievement of FINPLAN revenue objectives. The position develops statistical forecasts, identifies demand risks and opportunities, drives proactive gap closure strategies, and leads cross-functional discussions to align customer demand at both product family and finished goods specification levels. The role leverages Kinaxis RapidResponse, SAP ERP, Power BI, and advanced Excel analytics to improve forecast reliability, inventory performance, customer service levels, and revenue attainment.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, SIOP, supply chain analytics, or related functions.
- 2+ years of experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse or similar advanced planning systems.
- 2+ years of experience utilizing SAP ERP systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including data analysis, pivot tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP, and forecasting models.
- Strong PowerPoint and executive presentation skills.
- Experience leading cross-functional discussions and influencing business decisions.
- Experience supporting executive SIOP / IBP processes.
- Experience collaborating directly with customers on forecasting and demand planning activities.
- Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence platforms.
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, automotive, engine, or consumer products industries.
- APICS CPIM, CSCP, or IBF certification preferred.