Director Supply Chain Management

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Celaya; On-site; MXN 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Driveline Celaya SA de CV seeks a Director of Supply Chain Management to lead the end-to-end SCM for the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including four plants and related operations. The role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on execution to drive transformation and performance.

You will shape the supply chain strategy, optimize inventory, service, and cost, and partner with Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to deliver sustainable business results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for SCM leadership role.
• 10+ years of Supply Chain leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments.
• Proven success leading end-to-end, multi-site Supply Chain organizations.
• Demonstrated experience leading large teams and developing high-performing talent.
• Strong expertise in S&OP, planning, materials management, logistics, warehousing, inventory optimization, and customer fulfillment.
• Experience managing budgets, working capital, and logistics costs.
• Proven track record driving business transformation, digitalization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated results in improving service, inventory, productivity, and cost performance.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, MMOG/LE, and other relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (QAD preferred), Microsoft Excel, and customer portals.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the Supply Chain strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
• Drive strategic initiatives focused on optimization, digitalization, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the end-to-end Supply Chain organization across the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex including Planning, Materials Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Transportation, Inventory Management, and Customer Fulfillment.
• Ensure material availability, operational continuity, inventory optimization, and service excellence while balancing cost and working capital objectives.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation and business continuity strategies across the supply chain network.
• Establish and drive KPIs related to customer service, inventory, productivity, logistics, and cost performance.
• Lead initiatives that improve operational efficiency, supply chain competitiveness, working capital, and overall business performance.
• Manage the Supply Chain budget and ensure effective allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high‑performing multi‑site Supply Chain organization.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Business Acumen

Results Orientation

Talent Development & Coaching

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influ

Change Leadership

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Data-Driven Decision Making

Executive Presence

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (QAD preferred)

Microsoft Excel

Customer portals

Job description

Job Posting Title

Director Supply Chain Management

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GKN Driveline Celaya SA de CV

Job Description Summary

Participates in development of SCM strategies and initiatives in line with Business Unit requirements. Provide guidance and knowledge in all aspects of supply chain and materials management. Responsible to ensure all standards (global, customer, TS16949, MMOG, etc.) are understood and adhered to. Interacts with various department heads to ensure goals are in line with overall business strategy. Monitors effectiveness and drives improvement in the supply chain; plans, implements and measures performance improvements.

Job Description:

Job Description

Lead the end-to-end Supply Chain strategy for the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including four manufacturing plants, the Aftermarket business, and the Dallas 3PL operation. Responsible for delivering operational excellence, customer satisfaction, inventory optimization, cost efficiency, and business continuity while aligning local execution with DAUCH’s regional and global Supply Chain strategy. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on execution to drive transformation, build organizational capabilities, and achieve sustainable business results.

Reports to: Site Manager, Celaya-Villagrán
Dotted-line reporting to: Head of Supply Chain Mexico

Key Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the end-to-end Supply Chain organization across the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, driving alignment with DAUCH’s regional and global Supply Chain strategy while ensuring exceptional customer service, operational excellence, inventory optimization, and sustainable business performance.

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the Supply Chain strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability, in alignment with regional and global Supply Chain and site objectives.
• Drive strategic initiatives focused on optimization, digitalization, standardization, and continuous improvement.

End-to-End Supply Chain Leadership

• Lead the end-to-end Supply Chain organization across the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including Planning, Materials Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Transportation, Inventory Management, and Customer Fulfillment.
• Ensure material availability, operational continuity, inventory optimization, and service excellence while balancing cost and working capital objectives.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation and business continuity strategies across the supply chain network.

Operational & Financial Performance

• Establish and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customer service, inventory, productivity, logistics, and cost performance.
• Lead initiatives that improve operational efficiency, supply chain competitiveness, working capital, and overall business performance.
• Manage the Supply Chain budget and ensure effective allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.

Organizational Leadership

• Lead, develop, and mentor a high‑performing multi‑site Supply Chain organization.
• Build organizational capabilities, succession pipelines, and leadership talent to support sustainable business growth.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, safety, continuous improvement, and results orientation.

Strategic Partnership & Business Leadership

• Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Commercial, and other key functions to ensure alignment and execution of business priorities.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, logistics partners, and global Supply Chain leadership.
• Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to strategic business decisions, operational excellence, capacity planning, and growth initiatives.
• Lead supply chain transformation through digitalization, standardization, and implementation of best practices across the organization.

Organizational Relationships

This role maintains strong partnership with:

• Operations
• Engineering
• Finance
• Purchasing
• Quality
• Commercial
• Regional and Global Supply Chain Leadership
• Strategic Customers, Suppliers, and Logistics Partners

With the purpose to align business priorities, drive operational excellence, and support the successful execution of strategic objectives.

Scope of Responsibility

• Accountable for the end-to-end Supply Chain strategy and performance of the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including four manufacturing plants, the Aftermarket business, and the Dallas 3PL operation.
• Provide leadership for Planning, Materials Management, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Logistics, Transportation, and Customer Fulfillment functions.
• Ensure achievement of key business objectives related to customer service, inventory optimization, working capital, operational continuity, productivity, and cost competitiveness.
• Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to strategic business decisions, growth initiatives, and operational excellence.

Expected Results

• Best-in-class customer service performance, including OTIF delivery achievement.
• Optimized inventory levels and improved working capital performance.
• Reliable supply continuity with minimal business disruption.
• Reduced logistics and supply chain costs through continuous improvement and network optimization.
• Sustained improvement in Supply Chain performance, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Development of a high-performing organization with strong leadership bench strength and succession readiness.

Required Skills and Education

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Business Acumen
• Results Orientation
• Talent Development & Coaching
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence
• Change Leadership
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Executive Presence
• Customer Focus

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of Supply Chain leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments; automotive industry experience preferred.
• Proven success leading end-to-end, multi-site Supply Chain organizations.
• Demonstrated experience leading large teams and developing high-performing talent.
• Strong expertise in S&OP, planning, materials management, logistics, warehousing, inventory optimization, and customer fulfillment.
• Experience managing budgets, working capital, and logistics costs.
• Proven track record driving business transformation, digitalization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated results in improving service, inventory, productivity, and cost performance.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, MMOG/LE, and other relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (QAD preferred), Microsoft Excel, and customer portals.
• Advanced English proficiency.

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain‑agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

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