Aufgaben Mercedes-Benz Building Exceptional Vehicles… and CareersThe best chapters in Alabamas automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different greener more efficient safer and even more fascinating.Only one thing will never change - It will wear a star.The vehicles we manufacture are the finished results of our skilled workforce and were hiring even more. We are looking for Specialists and Team Members to join us in crafting a wide variety of vehicles from the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV to our all-electric electric vehicle the EQS SUV and EQE SUV. Our Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of Mercedes luxury SUV models including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County MBUSI has launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. Our two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world with over 6 million square feet combined.MBUSI offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation health and life insurance 401k matching program and defined contribution retirement plan annual bonuses tuition assistance and paid holidays. Further on-site MBUSI resources such as childcare medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize.Our Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture teamwork safety quality and continuous improvement.Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. takes pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunities workplace. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race age ethnic origin and any other characteristics classified under applicable Local and Federal laws.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join us in electrifying the futurePurpose of the PositionUnder general supervision this position manages supplier capacities & supplier readiness of purchased part production for MBUSI vehicle production by proactively steering supplier industrialization in the project phase and evaluating associated risks. Leading crisis management and manage shortages related to capacity bottlenecks.Essential FunctionsManage supplier activities with the following scope of work but not limited to- Safeguard current & future production volume of purchased parts for MBUSI.- Analyze production capacities and identify countermeasures for bottleneck processes.- Evaluate material flow output efficiency at supply base incl. supply chain management.- Negotiate and track adjustments at suppliers tool equipment headcount due to production volume fluctuations.- Identify issues develop countermeasures and track measures to completion andor escalation to management.- Drive decision making process on supplier relevant investments within MBUSI & Mercedes-Benz worldwide and present to a steering committee for decision by aligning with all relevant parties e.g. Sales Purchasing Supplier Quality.- Create formal status and decision making reports for steering committees up to MBC Board level e.g. for critical series supplier topics new project status and creation of audit reports as well as decision making reports.- Ensure shipment of correct quality level in the right quantity in the requested time at supplier base.- Confirm necessity of investment e.g. correct amount of equipment manpower packing and overtime.- Support crisis management for short-term and long-term shortages at supplier.- Organize and lead on-site evaluations of supplier using Mercedes Benz guides and processes such as Logistics Process Analysis LPA Mercedes-Benz Logistics Audits DLA or Audits according to the Association of German Automotive Industry VDA• Identify logistics process issues.• Evaluate supplier logistics capability.• Track agreed countermeasures with supplier.• Organize and conduct follow-up visits to ensure implementation.Perform safe work practices and participate in trainings and safety programs in a positive and proactive way by following safety rules procedures regulations standards and laws. Report all unsafe acts unsafe conditions and injuries to management including your supervisor or the Safety Department.Work safely 100 of the time.Perform other duties as required. Qualifikationen QUALIFICATIONS Education Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.EducationThis position requires a Bachelors degree in Supply ChainOperations Management Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Business Administration andor related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.ExperienceCo-Op internship and or up to 2 years professional experience in the following areas Supply chain management supplier quality or automotive manufacturingNecessary Skills Certifications etc.Proven ability to manage and evaluate suppliersAbility to conduct capacity studiesWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Word Excel and PowerPointKnowledge about production processes and supply chain processesPreferred SkillsAbility to communicate in German languageWorking knowledge in SAP and MS DatabaseVDA audit experience Audits according to the Association of German Automotive IndustrySponsorship is not available.