SIOP ( Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning ) at Ashton North LLC

Director of SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) Position Overview The Director of SIOP will lead and evolve the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning process for a highly configurable electronics manufacturing business positioned for rapid growth over the next several years. This role requires a leader who can think strategically while remaining deeply hands-on, building scalable planning capabilities without losing execution discipline. The ideal candidate has operated in small to mid-sized, privately held organizations (under $250M in revenue) and has successfully supported companies undergoing rapid growth, expansion, or operational scaling. This is not a purely strategic role; it requires direct ownership, problem-solving, and day-to-day engagement with the business. Key Responsibilities SIOP Leadership & Hands-On Execution Own and operate the end-to-end SIOP process, personally driving demand, supply, and inventory planning activities as needed. Establish a pragmatic SIOP cadence appropriate for a lean, fast-moving organization. Lead SIOP forums and executive reviews, ensuring decisions translate into execution. Demand & Supply Alignment in a Configurable Electronics Environment Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to plan demand for highly customizable electronics products. Manage complexity driven by configurable BOMs, long-lead components, engineering changes, and customer-specific requirements. Convert demand plans into realistic production, sourcing, and capacity plans that support growth. Inventory, Capacity & Working Capital Management Develop inventory strategies that enable growth while protecting working capital. Balance component availability, lead times, and service levels in an electronics supply chain. Actively manage constraints and trade-offs during periods of rapid expansion. Growth Enablement & Scalability Build SIOP processes that scale as volumes, product complexity, and customer demand increase. Support new product introductions, market expansion, and capacity growth initiatives. Anticipate growing pains and proactively adjust planning approaches to support the next stage of the business. Financial & Executive Alignment Integrate SIOP outputs with financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting. Provide leadership with clear scenario analysis, risks, and recommendations. Ensure one aligned operating plan across Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance. Continuous Improvement & Change Leadership Continuously refine tools, metrics, and processes as the organization grows. Operate effectively amid changing priorities and evolving strategies. Serve as a hands-on change agent who improves planning maturity without overengineering. Key Metrics of Success Forecast accuracy and demand visibility in a configurable product environment Inventory turns, component availability, and working capital efficiency On-time delivery, service levels, and execution reliability SIOP effectiveness as the business scales Leadership confidence in planning outputs during growth Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in SIOP, supply chain planning, or operations leadership. Hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, including complex BOMs and component-driven supply chains. Proven success operating SIOP in a highly customizable or configurable product environment. Experience working in small to mid-sized companies (under $250M in revenue). Demonstrated experience supporting rapid growth, expansion, or scaling operations. Experience in a privately owned company strongly preferred. Required Skills & Competencies Strong strategic thinking paired with hands-on execution capability Ability to pivot quickly as priorities and growth demands change Practical, data-driven decision-making Comfort working close to the details while influencing at the executive level Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills Why Join This role offers the opportunity to build and scale SIOP in a growing, privately held electronics manufacturing company. The Director of SIOP will play a critical role in enabling growth, managing complexity, and ensuring the organization can scale efficiently while maintaining service, margin, and operational discipline. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $150,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No