HEAD OF PLANNING LOGISTICS

HELLA GmbH & Co.; México; Remote; MXN 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Head of Planning Logistics to lead a high‑complexity logistics planning organization across locations. You will direct inventory management, material planning, production scheduling and demand planning while driving cost efficiency and service levels.

The role demands proven leadership of intercultural teams, strong project management, and the ability to align logistics processes with corporate standards and strategic initiatives within a global manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• University degree and 6–7 years in logistics/supply chain.
• Extensive experience in planning and logistics operations.
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage and optimize a high‑complexity planning department to meet customer requirements and minimize costs.
• Design and control information flows and master data related to planning logistics across multiple sites.
• Coordinate inventory, material, production planning, and demand planning to balance interests of internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Supplier negotiations

KPI management

Education

University degree

Job description

HEAD OF PLANNING LOGISTICS

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscal year 2025.

YOUR TASKS

JOB DESCRIPTION
Designer of the HF / Process Designer (PDE):
HCC-HR-OM von Rüden, Wolfgang
Process assignment:
HI-HR11-30
Process Leader (PLD):
HCC-HR-OD Leweling, Tobias
Edition date:
2016-03-07
HF 7607_C (2016-03-07)
Information Classification: Confidential
Global Job Title Job No.

Head of Planning Logistics V
LP2201

Job Objective
Direct, manage, coordinate and optimize a high complexity logistics planning department, focusing on all topics
related to inventory management, material management, production planning, sales scheduling and demand
planning
Responsible for Logistics Planning in more than one location (cross-plant responsibility)

A Logistics Planning

• 1 Direct, manage and optimize all resources connected to the planning processes with the goal to achieve
  minimal total costs and meet customer requirements within a high complexity plant operation
• 2 Direct and control the design of information flows incl. master data and logistics processes related to
  planning logistics within a high complexity plant operation
• 3 Coordinate and balance conflicting interests arising within inventory management, material management,
  production planning, sales scheduling and demand planning process with internal / external stakeholders
  within a high complexity plant operation
• 4 Securing the implementation and application of global (logistics) standards (e.g. process)
• 5 Drive continuous improvement and collaborate with regional logistics to consistently increase logistics
  performance
• 6 Responsible to control all planning logistics processes, ensuring high efficiency in inventory management,
  material management, production planning, sales scheduling and demand planning by using the
  standardized key performance indicators
• 7 Involvement in inter-departmental workgroups and projects for the coordination and optimization of SOP
  and EOP, carrying out day-to-day tasks related to new products and others
• 8 Involvement in logistics agreements with customers & suppliers in cooperation with those responsible
• 9 Participation in global strategic projects and facilitate pilot projects
• 10 Cross-plant responsibility regarding logistics planning tasks
• 11 Leading of intercultural teams

B Project Management

• 1 Supervise and execute the management of high complexity logistics projects from technical and
  organizational perspective along the supply chain and product lifecycle, incl. corporate processes
• 2 Defining, planning, coordinating and monitoring of high complexity projects for the area of responsibilityincl. responsible for internal and external personnel capacity planning
• 3 Definition and continuous monitoring of project success regarding time, budget and output quality and
  driving execution of defined actions
• 4 Negotiating general logistics conditions with suppliers, service providers and customers (e.g. JIT/JIS
  processes, turnaround periods, packaging)
• 5 Aligning all ongoing projects and activities with relevant business processes owners and functions, incl
  corporate
• 6 Execution of problem solving and escalation for occurring deviations
• 7 Support and contribute on overarching activities and initiatives
• 8 Preparation of business cases and execution of pilot applications

C Leadership

• 1 Deploying employees corresponding to their qualifications within the relevant structure. Instructing and
  supporting employees in a target-oriented and motivating manner to fulfill the tasks
• 2 Guiding, instructing and supporting employees in function-related tasks
• 3 Participating in hiring process and responsible to sustain the team performance and evaluation as well as
  qualification demands

Carrying out other tasks related to this position

Carrying out other tasks related to this position (Including examining as well as complying with industrial safety and environmental protection measures pertaining to the scope of duties)

Job Profile / Requirements

a) profession / education b) job related experience
University degree
more than 6 up to 7 years

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• 6-7+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Material Planning, and Production Planning.
• Strong experience in Planning & Logistics operations, including Customer Service, Demand Planning, Production Planning,
• Material Management, and Inventory Management within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in leading complex logistics and supply chain projects, managing timelines, budgets, resources, and operational performance.
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams, including talent development, performance management, and recruitment.
• Strong knowledge of global logistics processes, continuous improvement, KPI management, and supplier/customer negotiations

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.