SIOP Manager

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power, and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.

The SIOP Demand Manager will report directly to the Global Supply Chain Director. In this role, the SIOP Demand Manager will be responsible for our demand planning process, driving the aggregation and analysis of demand data to inform our monthly Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) review. This role will work closely with cross-functional leaders to evaluate demands from customers and internal departments while aligning with our supply chain and operations teams to ensure a holistic and accurate demand forecast.

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD located in Santa Ana, CA.

• Overall responsibility for the customer demand forecasting process at the site level
• Develop customer demand plan based on business trends and demand patterns by using historical/statistical data and market/customer information (“bottom-up” and “top-down”)
• Make customer demand forecast information available in ERP System and ensure data integrity (expected customer request date)
• New product introduction and transfer projects material planning
• Support the development projects where applicable from a demand planning perspective
• Align forecast values with Order Management, Sales/Marketing, Customer Support, other global product companies
• Facilitate the preparation of all stages of monthly SIOP cycle – Demand, Supply, Financial Reconciliation, and Executive Review
• Identify demand forecast risks and opportunities and develop effective mitigation plans
• Define forecast granularity (details level) and netting rules together with all stakeholders (e.g. Operations, Sales, Finance, SIOP Manager, Order Management, Planning, Supply Chain, production, etc.)
• Measure and improve forecast accuracy on a quarterly basis and lead adjustments based on customer demand
• Initiation, participation and leading of improvement projects for forecasting process
• Develop routine and ad-hoc demand related reports for management.

• Efficient time management and organizational skills.
• Solid verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly apply written communication.
• Analytical skills and solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
• Ability to think logically and methodically.
• Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with others.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated team

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree on supply chain management or business-related field or equivalent, minimum 8 years prior relevant experience in related field
• Experience in areas such as Strategic Planning, Business Management, Statistics, or Supply Chain management
• Experience with data analysis and advanced excel functions such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
• Experience in Order Management, Materials Planning, and Operations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• ERP Systems

The competencies listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the job may be accepted.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

1. Stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, type, and write.
2. Reach with hands and arms, bend, stand on a stool or climb, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.
3. Use standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers, copiers, etc.
4. Lift files and open desk drawers and filing cabinets.
5. Work in both office and shop environments, primarily office

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Environmental Safety Requirements

• New Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees, including Safety Awareness
• All safety related training is provided and tracked by the EHS Technician
• Job specific training modules deemed necessary by employee’s direct supervisor will be required of all employees on an ongoing basis

Employees are required to wear Nikkiso provided PPE as/when needed. PPE’s include, safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats & dust masks. Failure to comply with Nikkiso Cryo safety requirements will result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 annually

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.