Supply Chain Project Engineer

Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and supplier to solve problems and resolve issues. Requirements: 5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or product development.

Our Client, an Automotive company, is looking for a Supply Chain Project Engineer for their Warren, MI/Hybrid location.
 
Responsibilities:

• Support / Lead conference calls with business transfers and critical supply issues
• Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, logistics and suppliers to resolve issues and to provide technical support
• Determine the cause of supplier delivery problems and coordinate/implement effective and timely resolutions
• Help assess and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions for critical issues
• Improve delivery performance of suppliers by identifying process improvements and lead time reduction opportunities
• May participate as member or resource to product development teams
• Regularly exchange information with others inside and outside the work group including GM and supplier facilities
• Work with Supplier Risk Management team with Financially Troubled Suppliers
• Lead and support Proactive and Predictive strategy vision and engage in projects related to developing this strategy
• Understand and implement standardize work practices.
• Keep management updated frequently , consistent with the issues urgency
• Provide Executive Reports as Required

 
Requirements:

• 5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or product development
• Expect to travel spontaneously 75% domestically/Internationally at Suppliers
• Must have a valid passport
• Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• PMI or PMP certification pr PREFERRED.
• 8-10 years of experience PREFERRED
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field
• 5+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Operations
• 3+ years of experience in die casting or machining operations
• Excellent communication and command skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
• Broad understanding of manufacturing processes including , material handling, Inventory management, OEE, Capacity , throughput etc.
• Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and supplier to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex cases and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
• Ability to prepare and present information to various levels and audiences.

 
Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities