Manager, Material Planning and Logistics - ll

Position Summary: Responsible to assist the Operations Manager in the development and attainment of the business through setting goals and strategies as related to manufacturing and materials. Assists the Operations Manager in budget planning and forecasting and adheres to all policies and procedures in manufacturing as related to materials management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety and health of all functional Team Members
• Ensure cycle counts are performed as required
• Manage all inventory levels consistent with the requirements of World Class Manufacturing
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives to reduce inventory, work in process (WIP), raw materials, and finished goods without effecting customer delivery or decrease in volume
• Develop and implement a tactical material flow planning process for production planning departments. Drive WIP inventory reduction planning and stock inventory levels to meet monthly reduction requirements.
• Develops policy and procedure for plant operations that are consistent with materials management which include the support of all quality system
• Ensure corporate and or plant policies and procedures are reviewed and updated to reflect customer requirements of delivery and its information transfer to the customer
• Accountable for the performance and results of a team within own discipline
• Provide technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers
• Supports and adheres to quality and partners in the achievement of IATF
• Supports the achievement and maintenance of ISO 14001
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education And Qualifications

• Six+ years of materials management experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
• Proven leadership and managerial skills, interpersonal skills, and personal development.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Technical knowledge in automotive manufacturing
• Strong organization skill
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type Regular

Additional Locations: Additional Information Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status On-site