Global S&OP and Capacity Planning Manager

SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

The Global Sales & Operations & Capacity Planning Manager for the Datacenter Vertical is responsible for aligning demand, capacity, and inventory strategies to support rapid growth, long lead times, and high service-level expectations of global data center customers. This role drives integrated Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), global capacity planning, and inventory management processes to ensure on-time delivery, optimized working capital, and scalable operational performance.

This position works cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance to translate demand signals into executable plans and to continuously improve forecasting accuracy, inventory positioning, and performance across the global network.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

• Lead the S&OP process for the global datacenter vertical, aligning demand forecasts, supply plans, and capacity constraints
• Own global capacity planning, partnering with manufacturing and operations teams to balance demand, production capacity, and long-term growth requirements
• Develop and execute inventory strategies that support extended lead times while improving on-time delivery, inventory turns, and working capital performance
• Define and manage inventory positioning across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to support global customer programs
• Establish and maintain inventory management processes, governance, and tools, leveraging ERP systems and planning platforms
• Partner with Sales to translate pipeline and forecast data into actionable supply and production plans
• Identify capacity, material, or inventory risks and proactively develop mitigation plans
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on forecast accuracy, lead time reduction, service levels, and inventory performance
• Develop and report KPIs related to demand accuracy, capacity utilization, inventory health, and on-time delivery
• Support executive reviews by preparing insights, scenarios, and recommendations related to demand and supply tradeoffs
• Collaborate with Finance to align inventory strategies with financial targets and revenue plans

What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in S&OP, demand planning, capacity planning, or supply chain planning
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, including lead time management, safety stock, and working capital optimization
• Experience coordinating planning activities across global manufacturing and supply chain networks
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without direct authority
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP or similar) and planning/forecasting tools
• Strong communication skills for executive-level and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

Ideal Experience & Skills

• Experience supporting data center, infrastructure, or engineered-to-order environments
• Background in high-growth or long lead-time manufacturing environments
• Experience implementing or improving S&OP and inventory planning processes
• Familiarity with advanced planning tools, dashboards, and performance metrics
• Continuous improvement or operational excellence experience
• Exposure to global customer programs with strict delivery and reliability requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field
• 7–10 years of experience in sales operations, supply chain planning, or related roles
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) a plus

Travel & Working Environment

• Onsite office environment, Monday – Friday; hybrid work schedule may be available based on business needs and performance
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.