Director of SIOP, Integrated Supply Chain Transformation & CI

Detector Electronics LLC • Minneapolis, MN

6h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, CI, SIOP, or similar roles.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification.
• Experience implementing or maturing SIOP/IBP processes.
• Demonstrated success leading measurable business transformation.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred
• Green Belt or Black Belt preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
• Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support
• Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees