Senior Manager, SIOE

Job Overview Hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity. Company At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the U.S. Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? What We Offer Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia‑Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross‑functional collaboration. Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment. Recognition & Rewards: Performance‑based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. We are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary In this role, the Sr Manager, SIOE has primary accountability for resolving critical customer supply issues (Prioritizations) throughout the West Supply and Operations network. The role requires strong relationships throughout the West Supply Network, fluency in West planning systems, West Digital, and WD logic. The role also provides guidance and participates in quarter‑end cross‑functional process. As the key point of contact for Commercial Planning, the role will be the leader in the global SIOE process, guide site SIOE weekly meetings, oversee 0‑90 day KPI’s, and adjudicate capacity allocations to customer supply needs. This role will be instrumental in building and maintaining relationships with Commercial, Product Management, and Demand Planning teams as well as Operations Supply Planning teams. The role will be a critical link between Commercial and Supply Chain/Operations leading resolution to critical customer needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Partner to Commercial, Product Management, Demand Planning and lead adjudication of Commercial Prioritizations and Allocations. Leadership role in Global SIOE and Site SIOE KPI management and site escalation of 0‑90 supply issues and quarterly target achievement. Ensure Site SIOE and Quarter End process in alignment with financial goals. Lead routine production site and Commercial team reviews of Prioritization/Allocation activities. Conduct regular training on Prioritization Process; Quarter End Process for network partners (Customer Success and Supply Chain). Partner with Supply Process counterparts to improve joint dashboards for Quarter End process. Drive West sites regarding necessary adjustments to production plans to accommodate critical Commercial supply needs. Support large‑scale global crisis, continuity‑of‑supply disruption and/or allocation and monitor commercial impact. Support Commercial with strategic information for customer interactions. Recognized as a formal SME in Network supply; Planning systems (SAP and West Digital). Strong level of independent work, decision‑making, and problem solving in a complex environment. Other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor’s Degree preferred for Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance or relevant experience required. Master’s Degree/MBA preferred. Work Experience Minimum 7‑8 years Global Supply chain, Demand/Commercial planning experience required. Preference for strong cross‑functional network background in planning function. Experience with SAP‑APO planning; IBP/SIOP cycle; Product Segmentation/Stocking Strategy; Prioritization/Allocation processes also strongly preferred. Experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices or other regulated industry preferred. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Solid understanding of supply network planning principles and demonstrated ability to address critical needs and manage cross‑functional change processes. ERP system knowledge with strong linkage of financial, material and supply flows. Strong capability to manage through influence and across functions. Strong leadership and strategic thinking, global mindset; anticipates risks, can successfully navigate ambiguity. Strong soft skills including high emotional intelligence. Strong coordination and Project Management skills. Engages others, builds relationships, and creates networks outside team. Checks in with different people to understand the bigger picture. Ability to resolve conflict and tension between P&L vs. Balance Sheet. Ability to perform root cause analysis and corrective action solutions in Quarter End Process/target setting and achievement. Follows through on actions. Is curious, agile, engages in new experiences and looks for different perspectives. Fluent in English and excellent communication (written and verbal). Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times. Travel Requirements 10%: Up to 26 business days per year. Physical Requirements Sedentary—Exerting up to 10lbs (4kgs) of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Additional Requirements Able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Make independent and sound judgments. Multitask, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize. Excellent communicator with ability to maintain confidentiality and resolve conflicts and ambiguity. West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. 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