["Director of Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)","Director of Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)"]

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn‑key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.GTI Values: Safey I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I AgilityPosition OverviewGTI is seeking a Director of Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SOP) to lead the company's integrated planning process across Sales, Program Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Executive Leadership. This leader will establish and drive a best‑in‑class SOP process that aligns customer demand, production capacity, material availability, inventory strategy, and financial performance into a single executable operating plan.The Director of SOP will own the monthly SOP cadence, lead executive planning reviews, develop long‑range capacity planning strategies, and create visibility into demand, supply, inventory, labor, and manufacturing constraints. This role is highly cross‑functional and will serve as the operational quarterback responsible for ensuring GTI can execute its aggressive growth plans while maintaining customer commitments and operational efficiency.The ideal candidate has extensive experience leading SOP or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) within complex manufacturing, contract manufacturing, industrial equipment, or engineered‑to‑order environments.Key ResponsibilitiesSales & Operations Planning LeadershipOwn and continuously improve GTI's Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SOP) process across all manufacturing facilitiesLead the monthly SOP cycle, including Demand Review, Supply Review, Inventory Review, Executive SOP, and action trackingDevelop an integrated operating plan balancing customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, labor, and financial objectivesDrive executive decision‑making through structured planning reviews and scenario analysisEstablish standardized planning processes, KPIs, governance, and reporting across the organizationDemand Planning & Forecast ManagementPartner with Sales, Business Development, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to develop rolling demand forecastsConsolidate customer forecasts, backlog, pipeline, and production demand into executable manufacturing plansAnalyze forecast accuracy, demand variability, and customer trends to improve planning performanceDevelop demand scenarios supporting growth, seasonality, customer changes, and market conditionsImprove forecast accuracy through data analysis and cross‑functional collaborationSupply Planning & Capacity ManagementLead enterprise supply planning activities across procurement, production planning, inventory, and manufacturing operationsBalance customer demand against labor, equipment, facility, supplier, and inventory constraintsDevelop capacity models supporting fabrication, welding, paint, electrical integration, mechanical assembly, and final system build operationsIdentify bottlenecks and capacity limitations before they impact customer deliveriesRecommend investments in labor, equipment, automation, inventory, or suppliers to support future growthInventory Strategy & Materials PlanningEstablish inventory strategies that balance customer service, working capital, and manufacturing efficiencyMonitor inventory health, excess inventory, slow‑moving materials, shortages, and safety stock levelsPartner with Procurement and Materials Management to improve inventory turns and material availabilityDrive inventory optimization initiatives across all facilitiesSupport strategic sourcing decisions impacting inventory and manufacturing performanceExecutive Business PlanningPrepare executive‑level reporting summarizing demand, supply, inventory, capacity, backlog, and operational performanceLead Executive SOP meetings with senior leadershipDevelop dashboards, KPIs, and planning metrics that drive operational decisionsPresent recommendations regarding production priorities, inventory investment, capital requirements, and supply chain risksSupport annual operating plans, strategic planning, and long‑range business forecastingCross‑Functional LeadershipPartner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Program Management, Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Operations leadersAlign New Product Introduction (NPI), production launches, and customer program schedules with operational capacityDrive accountability across departments for planning accuracy and executionFacilitate cross‑functional decision‑making to resolve demand, supply, and capacity conflictsSupport enterprise‑wide operational planning initiativesContinuous Improvement & Systems DevelopmentDevelop scalable SOP and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes supporting GTI's continued growthImprove planning systems, ERP utilization, reporting automation, and forecasting toolsEstablish planning standards, operating procedures, and governance modelsLead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and data‑driven decision makingSupport implementation of advanced planning systems and supply chain technologiesRequirementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Finance, or related discipline10+ years of progressive experience in SOP, Integrated Business Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Operations Planning, or Manufacturing Operations5+ years of leadership experience managing planning or supply chain organizationsExperience leading enterprise SOP processes within manufacturing or engineered‑to‑order environmentsStrong understanding of demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, capacity planning, and production schedulingExperience supporting complex manufacturing operations with multiple product lines and facilitiesStrong analytical, financial, and operational decision‑making skillsAdvanced proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft ExcelExceptional executive communication and presentation skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience in contract manufacturing, modular construction, industrial equipment, data centers, BESS, power generation, or heavy industrial manufacturingExperience supporting high‑growth manufacturing organizationsAPICS CPIM, CSCP, IBF CPF/CPF, or Lean Six Sigma certification preferredExperience implementing or optimizing ERP, APS, or Integrated Business Planning systemsMBA or Master's degree preferredBenefits & PerksGTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long‑term career growth opportunities within a fast‑growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company match (where applicable)Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidaysSick time in accordance with state and local requirementsCompany‑paid life insurance and disability coverageCareer advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organizationExposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large‑scale industrial projectsCollaborative, fast‑paced environment with executive‑level visibilityEmployee‑focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvementBenefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.$169,000 - $200,000 a yearGTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally‑protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.#J-18808-Ljbffr