Supply Chain Manager - Tier 1 Automotive

Job Description

Supply Chain Manager - Tier 1 Automotive

Make individual mobility more enjoyable and sustainable by advancing technology and people - As one of the top 100 automotive suppliers worldwide, Webasto actively shapes the transformation of the industry through expertise and forward-thinking solutions. Our goal is to make mobility a full sensory experience, working toward more comfort, wind in your hair, the perfect temperature in any season, and driving with a clear conscience - for a safe and sustainable future. We bring joy to mobility - are you in?

You can look forward to these exciting tasks

• Lead and optimize the end-to-end flow of materials across receiving, warehousing, inventory, and shipping operations
• Manage and develop the materials team through training, performance evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration
• Drive effective communication and system integration with customers, suppliers, and internal operations teams
• Investigate material shortages and delivery delays, implementing both immediate fixes and long-term corrective actions
• Oversee supplier delivery performance, establishing targets and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and lean material flow practices while meeting inventory turn targets
• Support new program launches, engineering changes, and demand fluctuations while minimizing obsolescence and supply disruptions

This is what you bring to us

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-7+ years of materials management experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems (SAP, QAD), EDI processes, and inventory control best practices
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with AIAG/APICS standards, TS 16949 procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

What we offer you

• Competitive pay
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Applications from qualified individuals with disabilities are expressly welcome.

Your contact person:

Marisa Tavolacci, People & Organization Lexington, KY

Get to know us here and find out why we are passionate about attracting talent to Webasto.

We look forward to receiving your online application!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

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Job area: Production & Operations

Entry Level: Professionals (3+ years)

Req Id: 36001

Job Location: Lexington, 2200 Innovation Dr, KY

Production & Operations focuses on designing, managing, and improving production processes and business operations, as well as manufacturing technologies and supply chains. The role involves working with modern systems such as SAP and dashboards, some of which are self-programmed. This is a cross-functional and international environment that offers performance-driven, diverse challenges and exciting projects.

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