Plant Production Control and Logistics Manager

faurecia S.A.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia, a global automotive technology leader, is seeking a Production Control & Logistics Manager to oversee plant-level PC&L activities, aligning with strategic goals. You will lead a team responsible for customer management, deliveries, production planning, and end-to-end flow optimization.

The role requires 5+ years in production control and logistics, a Master’s degree or equivalent, and strong leadership with ERP knowledge. You will drive continuous improvement and ensure budget adherence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in industrial or supply-chain management highly preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in production control and logistics, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Experience in operations, including Safety and Quality basics.

Responsibilities

• Manage the plant's production control and logistics activities in alignment with the PC&L strategy.
• Lead a team responsible for customer management and deliveries, production planning, internal and external flows, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to PC&L standard processes and the department budget.

Skills

English language

Leadership

Team spirit

Autonomy

Rigor

Open to new ideas

ERP processes

APICS knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in industrial or supply-chain management (preferred)

Bachelor's degree minimum

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in production control and logistics? Do you have a passion for optimizing processes, managing budgets, and ensuring customer satisfaction? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the Production Control & Logistics Manager position at Faurecia, a global leader in automotive technology. As the Production Control & Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for managing the production control and logistic activities of the plant, in alignment with the Division/Business Group PC&L strategy. You will lead a team of professionals in charge of customer management and deliveries, production planning, internal and external flows management, and continuous improvement. You will also ensure the adherence to the PC&L standard processes and the department budget.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Minimum education level:

• Master's degree in industrial or supply-chain management highly preferred, Bachelors degree minimum requirement

Professional Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in production control and logistics, preferably in the automotive industry
• Experience in operations, including Safety and Quality basics

Skills and competencies:

• Minimum English language required
• Customer orientation / Leadership / Team spirit / Autonomy /Rigor / Openness to new ideas
• Knowledge of the ERP processes and tools, and the ability to detect, understand, and solve issues
• Knowledge of the APICS and Faurecia system principles
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build good relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as sales, customers, purchasing, suppliers, program team, engineering, and plant staffing
• Respect of the Faurecia code of management and values, and the ability to promote the “Being Forvia” spirit
• Knowledge of employee empowerment basics, and the ability to engage team members in working in standard conditions and focused on continuous improvement
• Willingness to participate in the leadership training courses offered by Faurecia University

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com