Senior Manager, Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Job Summary & Responsibilities Effectively own and drive inventory reduction management process across Onto Business Units by working with leaders across the enterprise to drive governance and accountability to target Execute the monthly management of the SI&OP process capturing the status and challenges in a monthly dashboard to cross functional stakeholders Ensure standardized templates and data sources are developed and executed each month within the agreed calendar allowing issues and actions to be raised holistically to each department and Business Unit Execute the key “Control Tower” sequence with Finance ensuring buy-in from each Finance sub-team, and consistent story/message build on the SI&OP issues and actions. Preparation of a variety of monthly SI&OP reports suitable for presentation for senior management, combining demand and supply topics. Responsible for compiling data from different sources, analyzing and providing insights. Liaise with the different departments and outside stakeholders and partners to follow up on any challenges or discrepancies within the data. Participate in/lead ad-hoc analytical projects as needed. Facilitates conversations and updates data to support scenario planning for capacity-based decisions including customer forecast changes, insourcing/outsourcing of work, and changes in internal capacity. Drive sales efficiency when providing forecast and customer demand to help drive management approved production plan. Provide best practices, and problem resolution for escalated requests. Develop, mentor, and provide guidance, training and feedback to all Onto SI&OP constituents. Program Management Skills: Establish cross-functional implementation of SI&OP by forming clear roles and responsibilities, defined end to end process steps, and strategy alignment. Able to communicate effectively with senior management, peers, and colleagues cross-functionally. People management experience including strong interpersonal and leadership skills: meeting facilitation, skill sharing and training, organization, conflict management, change agent, manage relationships. Drive key meetings and ensure attendees are held accountable. Strong leadership skills. Ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team-based organization Partner with stakeholders and leaders to develop a system roadmap and strategy for process improvement and automation to solve business problems. Lead global inventory management projects. Communicate changes, enhancements, and modifications of business requirements or issues, work to build consensus. Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular, etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, and function-specific software Proficiency with Oracle software Qualifications A Sales Inventory and Operations Planning Sr Manager needs to have a depth of knowledge in all areas of supply chain such as demand planning, supply planning, and inventory planning. An SI&OP Sr Manager must have excellent communication skills in order to work with different stakeholders in the areas that are integral to meeting the company’s goals. Being organized and having strong facilitative skills are important in leading members of the team in monthly meetings and communicating with upper management. Leadership and interpersonal skills are necessary to drive results in fast-paced and demanding environments. Making decisions in keeping strategies and tactics aligned with the goals of customer satisfaction, profitability, inventory, lead times, and working capital. Central to this role are both the ability to analyze needs based on capacity and capability as well as the ability to develop solutions where there are problematic issues. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Logistics MBA or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or equivalent 5-10 years of experience in Supply Chain (Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Inventory Planning in an environment of both manufactured and sourced finished goods) and/or related supply chain management including design, implementation, and execution of S&OP-related processes Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) along with health & wellness initiatives. We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success; and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions. Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process. Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain help our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient. Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.ontoinnovation.com.