Director of SIOP, Integrated Supply Chain Transformation & CI
11 days ago
Minneapolis
Job Description About Us: Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions with 1,700 employees across 20+ countries we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re driving innovation and growth across our portfolio. The Opportunity The Director of Business Excellence & Integrated Supply Chain Transformation is a key architect of Det-Tronics’ cultural, operational, and business transformation journey. This role blends SIOP leadership, Continuous Improvement (CI), and Order-to-Cash (O2C) optimization with a strong mandate to elevate how teams collaborate, make decisions, and execute work across the enterprise. As a champion of the We Create Det-Tronics culture, this leader cultivates mindsets and behaviors that foster innovation, problem-solving, accountability, and collaborative performance. The role drives business excellence initiatives that modernize processes, strengthen organizational capabilities, and deliver sustained improvements in customer experience, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. Key Responsibilities 1. Cultural Transformation & We Create Det-Tronics Advocacy (30%) • Serve as a cultural catalyst who models, teaches, and reinforces the We Create Det-Tronics behaviors across teams and leadership levels., • Lead cultural capability initiatives in problem solving, lean thinking, customer focus, and continuous improvement., • Build a culture of transparency, empowerment, accountability, and data-driven decision-making., • Facilitate cross-functional alignment and break down silos to strengthen teamwork and shared ownership of goals., • Mentor leaders and teams on adopting new ways of working during the transformation journey. 1. Business Excellence / Continuous Improvement (25%) • Own the enterprise Business Excellence roadmap and drive high-impact improvement initiatives aligned with strategic priorities., • Introduce or enhance frameworks for governance, prioritization, process standardization, KPI alignment, and performance management., • Coach teams on Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving to develop organizational capability., • Drive a consistent approach to business process design, documentation, and continuous improvement. 1. SIOP Ownership & Integrated Business Planning (25%) • Lead the full SIOP cycle, ensuring disciplined execution of Demand, Supply, and Executive SIOP reviews., • Drive cross-functional clarity, risk assessment, and scenario planning to support better operational and financial outcomes., • Improve demand planning accuracy, supply optimization, inventory health, and capacity alignment., • Strengthen the connection between SIOP, Finance, Operations, and Commercial functions., • Champion analytics, simplification, and process maturity across the SIOP framework. 1. Order-to-Cash Transformation & Integrated Supply Chain (20%) • Serve as a core leader in the full Integrated Supply Chain transformation (Order-to-Cash)., • Map, simplify, and optimize the O2C process to improve speed, accuracy, and customer experience., • Lead cross-functional teams to eliminate waste, reduce backlog, streamline order flow, and enhance production and shipping readiness., • Implement process controls, automation opportunities, and digital enhancements., • Ensure alignment between Customer Service, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance. Required Qualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field (Advanced degree preferred)., • 7+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, CI, SIOP, or similar roles., • Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)., • Experience implementing or maturing SIOP/IBP processes., • Demonstrated success leading measurable business transformation. Key Competencies, • Deep understanding of SIOP/IBP, demand/supply planning, and operational performance., • Strong practitioner/expert in Continuous Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, root cause, VSM)., • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority., • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Experience improving Order-to-Cash or supply chain processes., • Excellent communication, facilitation, and executive presentation skills., • Strong change management capabilities. Why Join Us? • Work with a globally respected brand in life safety, • Influence strategic decisions at the executive level, • Drive innovation and transformation in a high-growth environment, • Enjoy development opportunities within a dynamic, private equity-backed company Benefits: At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: • Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions, • Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance, • Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options, • Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement, • Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support, • Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success