Automotive Supply Chain Lead — Plant Planning & Logistics

The Edge Development Group

Bellefontaine (OH)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Edge Development Group is recruiting a Supply Chain Manager for a global automotive glass manufacturer in Bellefontaine, Ohio. You will lead planning, inventory, logistics and material flow across two facilities with new plant leadership and a visible impact on performance.

Automotive manufacturing experience is required. You will champion SAP data integrity, drive continuous improvement and partner with suppliers to ensure timely material availability and cost reductions.

Qualifications

Automotive manufacturing experience required.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field required.
5+ years of manufacturing/plant supply chain experience.
3+ years of production planning and scheduling experience.
3+ years of supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of inventory management, production control and logistics.
SAP experience; MM, PP and WM knowledge preferred.
Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead production planning, scheduling, inventory, logistics, material flow and warehouse operations.
Manage inventory to support production requirements while improving accuracy, turnover and cost.
Improve supply chain processes to optimize freight and warehousing, shorten lead times and reduce costs.
Partner with suppliers to ensure timely material availability and address supplier performance issues.
Analyze production and material usage data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination and improved material flow.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain organization.
Champion effective use of SAP to support data integrity, reporting and informed decision-making.