Wojciech Sobstyl

Global SIOP Director | Supply Chain Planning & IBP (SAP) | S&OP | End-to-End Supply Chain

Gdansk Metropolitan Area

About

I am a senior supply chain leader with over 20 years of international experience across Europe, currently serving as Global SIOP Director in a global manufacturing organization. I specialize in building and transforming end-to-end planning processes, with a strong focus on S&OP / SIOP and SAP IBP as an integrated planning platform. My experience combines strategic design with hands-on execution – from establishing structured planning processes and improving forecast accuracy, to optimizing inventory levels, aligning demand and supply, and stabilizing operations across multi-site environments. I have led cross-regional teams and transformation initiatives across EMEA, AMER and APAC, working closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics and commercial teams in complex, matrix organizations. I bring a pragmatic, structured approach to supply chain planning, combining operational depth with strong cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision making. Based in Germany. I bring a mix of operational experience, multilingual communication (PL, EN, DE, IT, CZ) and a proven track record of delivering results across functions and regions.

Experience

  • Belden Inc. (Full-time · 6 yrs 6 mos)
    • Global S&OP Director
      Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

      Leading global SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) and SAP IBP implementation as a core element of supply chain transformation across EMEA, AMER and APAC. Responsible for establishing integrated planning processes, aligning demand, supply and inventory across regions, and enabling data-driven decision-making in a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities and achievements: • Leading global rollout of SAP IBP as a standardized planning platform, including governance, process design and cross-regional alignment • Building and coordinating a cross-regional planning team (EMEA, AMER, APAC), including direct and dotted-line reporting structures • Designing and implementing SIOP processes, aligning operational planning with financial targets and executive decision-making • Driving improvements in forecast accuracy, planning transparency and responsiveness through digitalization and advanced analytics • Introducing machine learning-based forecasting models, improving forecast quality and enabling scalable planning capabilities • Collaborating closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics and finance to ensure alignment between demand, supply and capacity • Supporting organizational transformation towards integrated, end-to-end supply chain planning

    • Director Demand Management EMEA
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Leading S&OP development across EMEA region and supporting global transformation and digitalisation of supply chain operations. Key achievements: Implemented S&OP processes in EMEA, linking operational planning with revenue forecasting. Led digital supply chain initiatives, improving forecast accuracy and responsiveness Contributed to due diligence processes during acquisitions and post-merger integration Oversaw regional demand planning team supporting €500M in annual revenue

    • Supply Chain Director, Networking Solutions
      Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs

      Responsible for global S&OP alignment and logistics integration in post-acquisition environments across multiple regions. Key achievements: Standardized global S&OP processes across 7 production plants Led 3PL insourcing and restructuring of the Venlo (NL) Distribution Center Headed customer service transformation, aligning tools and structure post-M&A Executed digital initiatives in SCM for visibility and synchronization

  • Supply Chain Manager at BCS Automotive Interface Solutions
    Jul 2018 - Jan 2020 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Led logistics transformation and planning modernization in a complex Tier-1 automotive supplier environment. Key achievements: Implemented Master Production Schedule and S&OP process in SAP Improved warehouse layout and material flow, increasing throughput and accuracy Increased planning visibility using EDI and SAP tools (MPS, capacity leveling) Restructured logistics department and introduced exception-based inventory control

  • Supply Chain and Procurement Manager at TE Connectivity
    Nov 2017 - Jun 2018 · 8 mos

    Involved in short-term supply chain support role during organizational realignment phase at the Bydgoszcz plant. Scope included: Supported S&OP and planning processes during operational transition Coordinated material flow stabilization and inventory tracking Managed supplier selection on local market

  • Senior Manager Logistics at Hiab
    May 2016 - Oct 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Responsible for all logistics activities in a multi-assembly crane plant, focusing on efficiency and cost optimization. Key achievements: Reduced inventory turnover from 60 to 43 days via VMI and planning improvements Consolidated external 3PL operations into the Stargard site (moved 4,500 pallet positions) Delivered cost savings through packaging return logistics and transportation optimization (~2M PLN) Coordinated transfer of painting operations from Spain to Poland for 450+ components

  • EMEA Regional Supply Chain Manager / Materials Manager at Eaton Corporation
    Apr 2007 - May 2016 · 9 yrs 2 mos

    Oversaw material strategy, revenue and SIOP process, and working capital management across 11 manufacturing plants in EMEA. Key achievements: Implemented EMEA SIOP process, linking financial rolling forecasts with plant operations Standardized SCM practices: scheduling, inventory, shop floor logistics and packaging Conducted ERP health checks and led materials strategy rollouts across the region Opened EMEA After Market DC for valves in Monfalcone, Italy Supported plant transitions, capacity planning, and customer continuity during shortage crises