[Remote] SIOP Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. APEC Water Systems is a growing portfolio of purpose-driven water filtration brands. The SIOP Analyst supports the end-to-end Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning process by delivering accurate data, actionable insights, and reliable reporting, while collaborating with various teams to improve forecast accuracy and inventory performance.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and publish all materials for monthly/weekly SIOP cycles (Demand Review, Supply Review, Pre‑SIOP, Executive SIOP)Validate and consolidate demand, supply, inventory, and financial inputsMaintain the SIOP calendar and ensure stakeholder adherence to timelinesAnalyze forecast outputs, demand trends, and historical patterns to identify risks and opportunitiesSupport supply-side analytics such as capacity reviews, production constraints, and inventory projectionsTrack forecast accuracy and bias by product family, region, and channelSupport Amazon consumption-based forecasting, analyzing POS/consumption signals to identify drivers of variance and riskBuild and maintain dashboards covering WOS, fill rate, forecast accuracy, OTIF, and inventory healthEnsure data integrity across ERP, planning, and BI platformsMonitor SKU‑level inventory performance including excess/slow‑moving inventory and safety stock adherenceSupport scenario modeling and what‑if analyses to guide mitigation strategiesProvide data-driven insights during SIOP meetings to align Sales, Finance, Operations, and Product teamsPartner with channel teams (Amazon, Retail, Distributor, DTC) to understand channel-specific demand behaviorsParticipate in root-cause analysis for demand/supply gaps and support corrective action closureIdentify opportunities to streamline planning workflows, improve planning maturity, and enhance reporting capabilitySupport tool enhancements, standard templates, and SIOP process documentationSkillsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Analytics, or related field2–4 years in supply chain planning, demand planning, forecasting, or analyticsStrong analytical skills and ability to work with large datasetsAdvanced Excel required; BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferredFamiliarity with ERP/planning systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Anaplan, Kinaxis) is a plusExperience with Amazon consumption forecasting or Amazon vendor analytics strongly preferredAbility to manage or analyze multiple channels of distribution (Amazon, Retail, Distributor, DTC)Strong communication skills and ability to present insights to cross-functional partnersHigh attention to detail and strong data quality mindsetBI tools (Power BI, Tableau)Familiarity with ERP/planning systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Anaplan, Kinaxis)Experience with Amazon consumption forecasting or Amazon vendor analyticsBenefitsPaid time offHealthDentalVisionLifeDisability benefits401(k)Company OverviewAPEC Water Systems manufactures reverse osmosis drinking water filtration systems as well as offers filter and parts replacement services. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in City Of Industry, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.freedrinkingwater.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipAPEC Water Systems has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.