Location: Blackburn, Shadsworth Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2PR, UK. Location: London Job type: Full-time position, permanent Where Fire Safety Innovation Meets Opportunity As part of Kidde Global Solutions Commercial Fire Business Unit, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership in fire safety, working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. With a recent $10M investment in product innovation, we’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now. About the role The Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) Manager will lead and manage the end-to-end Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning process, including forecasting, supply planning, purchasing, and vendor management. They will oversee 3PL warehouse operations, ensure P&L performance within contract parameters, and drive efficiency and service quality. The role also includes providing analytical insights to the senior leadership team and managing excess and obsolete inventory, requiring strong Excel and ERP (JDE) expertise. Candidates, located in London area will be preferred (frequent visits to KES office in Chertsey near London are a part of the job), however all interesting applications will be considered. Key responsibilities: Leads in the development of strategies for materials planning and SIOP. Actively work with Sales, Marketing and Finance teams in the regions to accurately forecast sales revenue and units by product family, item and market. This will be used to drive supply planning, production and financial planning. Spearheads the development of standardized processes within materials planning and SIOP in order to optimize the utilization of business resources and meet customer expectations for delivery. Leads in the development of indicators that enable visibility to short and long-term market trends and demand. Analyzes identified demand streams and leads in the establishment of data relationship linkages. Collaborates with product development leaders and sales and marketing team leaders to develop demand forecasts. Leads in the planning of capacity and fulfillment demand with plant manufacturing operations. Facilitates with manufacturing team leaders and leads in the development of monthly production volume planning using the business forecast, inventory position, actual customer orders and the defined capacity parameters. Analyzes and leads in the development of new technologies to improve materials planning and SIOP capability, sustainability and reliability. Spearheads tracking of appropriate metrics to drive results and continuous improvement. Leads in the development of processes and plans to improve supply capabilities. Guides in establishing clear and robust metrics to measure progress through process improvements for SIOP. Qualifications: BA/BS (or higher), preferably in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, with a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in a related supply chain planning field. APICS certification preferred. Broad Supply Chain experience from consumer goods industry (experience from retail or construction industry is a strong advantage). Candidates with relevant experience from other businesses will also be considered. Practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within a work area. Broad knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization. Proficiency in supply chain software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Excel). Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, with a particular emphasis on IFS. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Compensation and Benefits Individuals may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees. Kidde Global Solutions Overview Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe. Kidde Global Solutions is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.