Materials Systems & Inventory Flow Lead

General Motors; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Michigan is seeking a Material Systems Coordinator - Inventory & Material Flow to own PFEP and VBIMS, manage buffer strategies, and produce reports to support inventory targets. The role involves data analysis, system configuration, and cross-functional collaboration to enable continuous improvement in parts flow.

You will set up part plans, maintain VM2000/VBIMS databases, and work with suppliers and plant teams on launches, changes, and sequencing projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Analytical skills for complex problems.
• Understanding of supply chain operations.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.
• Deep understanding of supply chain functions.

Responsibilities

• Download data and manage VBIMS/VM2000 databases.
• Set buffer calculations and PFEP-related parameters.
• Create reports and queries to enable buffer management.
• Analyze data to adjust banking strategies for inventory targets.
• Support plant launches, model changes, and sequencing projects.
• Maintain line side material flow systems and visual cards.
• Collaborate with 3rd parties to develop visual management tools.

Skills

Analytical ability

Planning & organizational

Cross-functional leadership

Supply chain understanding

Communication to leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Technical IT degree

Tools

VM2000/VBIMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Motors in Michigan is seeking a Material Systems Coordinator - Inventory & Material Flow to own PFEP and VBIMS, manage buffer strategies, and produce reports to support inventory targets. The role involves data analysis, system configuration, and cross-functional collaboration to enable continuous improvement in parts flow.

You will set up part plans, maintain VM2000/VBIMS databases, and work with suppliers and plant teams on launches, changes, and sequencing projects.