Materials/ Logistics Manager

Metalsa; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalsa is seeking a Materials Coordinator for the Hopkinsville facility to manage logistics products, services, and results within the Metalsa Operating System framework.

The role requires 5 years in logistics leadership, strong inventory control, and the ability to lead projects, training, and process improvements while aligning with plant financial targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain is required or equivalent.
• Master's degree or certification in the field is preferred.
• 5 years of experience in Logistics Management or as a Senior Supervisor is required.
• Proven inventory control experience and supervisory leadership are required.

Responsibilities

• Define the strategy of the operation model to supply the logistics services of the facility.
• Define roles and responsibilities within the team.
• Manage Department Budget Control and Plant Transformation cost plan.
• Lead Logistics projects at the Hopkinsville facility.
• Develop and train the team as part of the annual Training plan.
• Control inventory and maximize utilization of the plant ERP system (QAD).
• Coordinate Sales and Build Forecasting aligned with plant financial targets (SIOP).
• Ensure execution of Logistics policies and procedures and monitor performance indicators.
• Support continuous improvement and adapt responsibilities as department needs change.

Skills

Logistics Management

Inventory Control

Cross-functional Leadership

SIOP Planning

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Master's Degree or certification in field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

IATF 16949

Kan-ban/JIT

Job description

Metalsa is a global Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of structural components for light and commercial vehicles, including chassis frames, side rails, cross members, and body structures. Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico, Metalsa operates manufacturing facilities and technology centers across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, partnering with major OEMs including Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen. Metalsa is committed to building the future of lightweight vehicle structures through innovation-driven solutions, while investing in the growth of its people and the communities where it operates.

Position Summary

The Materials Coordinator manages and tracks Logistics and Materials products, services, and results for the Hopkinsville facility, creating value within the Metalsa Operating System environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific

• Define the strategy of the operation model to supply the logistics services of the facility.
• Define roles and responsibilities in the team.
• Department Budget Control and Plant Transformation cost plan.
• Lead Logistics projects in the facility.
• Development & training plan of the team – input to annual Training plan.
• Controlling inventory maximizing utilization of plant ERP current systems (QAD).
• Adjustments in Sales and Build Forecasting focused on Plant financial targets (SIOP Process).
• Guarantee the execution of Logistics policies and procedures in the facility.
• Monitor indicators and promote continuous improvement of results.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required; this position is subject to change as the needs of the department change.

Safety

• Work in a safe manner and encourage others to do so.
• Report all unsafe acts and conditions immediately.
• Use our Innovation process and the team concept to improve safety in the plant.
• Be proactively involved with improving working conditions.

Quality

• Offer ideas for improvement of all systems and help implement them.
• Lead area in achieving plant quality objectives/goals.
• 100% on-time delivery to customer.
• Understand customer needs and work towards meeting and exceeding them.
• Maintain the appearance of a World Class Facility.
• Actively support full implementation of the 5S's, using them to approach and keep all areas clean, neat, and properly maintained.
• Actively involved with the Metalsa Model practices.

Education and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or similar in the Field of Supply Chain required and preferred.
• Master's Degree or certification on Field preferred.

Experience

• 5 years experience in Logistics Management or Senior Supervisor required.
• Proven inventory control experience required.
• Proven supervisory experience required.
• Participation in a significant role in Operating System – either deploying a practice, training in a tool or methodology, leading problem solving, or other applied leadership experience preferred.
• Materials Delivery Plan standardization and Optimization (Value Stream mapping and Kaizens) preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficient computer skills/Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point).
• Basic Trouble Materials logistics skills.
• General quality systems methodologies (e.g. IATF 16949).
• Value chain knowledge.
• Experience in the application of systems methodologies (e.g. Kan-ban, JIT, etc.).
• Quality Management Systems knowledge.
• Human Development Management.
• SIOP Planning management.
• Cross functional leadership.
• Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Management Fundamentals.
• Core Manufacturing Processes (Stamping, Assembly, Painting, Welding, Hydroforming).

Key Success Factors

• Ethics and values
• Integrity and trust
• Perseverance
• Drive for results
• Approachability
• Understanding others
• Sizing up people
• Managing through systems
• Strategic agility
• Dealing with ambiguity

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or touch.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to visually focus.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good time management skills and excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.
• Excellent control of stress, proactively.
• Analytical ability, and decision making and leadership skills.
• Able to travel (drive and/or take a flight).
• Able to work on Weekends and longer than 8 hours per day in occasions.