Materials Planning and Logistics Manager (automotive)

Drive Innovation. Lead Transformation. Deliver Excellence.

Are you a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives on orchestrating seamless product launches, optimizing material flow, and driving continuous improvement? Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations while delighting customers with world-class delivery performance.

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As the Manager of Materials, Planning & Logistics, you’ll be the driving force behind ensuring every product and part gets where it needs to be — on time, every time. You will:

Own product launch logistics – manage all material and supply chain aspects of new product introductions and engineering changes.
Be the voice of the customer – oversee customer portals, uphold all logistics requirements, and ensure expectations are consistently exceeded.
Deliver with precision – monitor delivery performance, follow up on requirements, and ensure service part orders are scheduled, produced, and shipped flawlessly.
Lead continuous improvement – drive cross-functional initiatives like 5S, Kaizen, SMED, and optimized material flow to boost efficiency and productivity.
Ensure compliance & safety – uphold OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and promote a safety-first culture.
Drive financial discipline – manage departmental budgeting and optimize resources for maximum impact.
Inspire collaboration – lead and mentor teams while partnering with stakeholders across the organization to achieve operational excellence.
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We want a bold, experienced professional who is not just managing logistics — but transforming it.

o Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

o Experience in material control and production scheduling.

o Leading material control teams directly.

o SAP expertise is a must.

o APICS CPIM certification strongly desired.

o Proven success implementing MRP systems in production environments.

o Assertive leader with sharp prioritization and multitasking abilities.

o Strong communication skills — both written and verbal.

o Background in automotive Tier-1, cold stamping, or coil steel logistics is highly desirable.