DRiV Incorporated · 6 hours ago
Snr. Supply Chain Manager Brazil
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDRiV Incorporated is a leader in the international automotive aftermarket, committed to excellence and innovation. The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead and coach supply chain teams, ensuring optimal supply-demand balance and efficient delivery of finished goods to customers.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Train, motivate and ensure development of your managers and their teams
Monitor and ensure personnel conform to company policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and cost-efficient environment at all times
Develop and maintain an optimized supply plan that meets customer demand at optimal inventory levels
Ensure continuous and efficient supply of finished goods products to customers thru supply-demand balancing leadership
Lead monthly SIOP supply planning and balancing process to align supply with demand and document assumptions, risks and mitigation actions via:
+ Rough cut capacity planning
+ Inventory planning
+ Manufacturing constraints
+ FG supply capacity review/constraints
+ Raw material/component capacity review/constraints
+ Distribution center capacity review/constraints
Lead weekly Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) activities to recognize and act upon changes in demand or supply inside of the SIOP planning cycle
Define and analyze multiple feasible scenarios of supply to mitigate capacity constraints
Create and maintain inventory plan that supports AOP budget and targeted inventory days of supply
Evaluate financial impact associated with risk, opportunity and end-to-end trade-off decisions
Execute the appropriate FG supply planning policies by item class (ABCD/XYZ) to meet product line expected demand variation, capacity and material constraints
Implement purchasing, scheduling, logistics and inventory control processes which ensures the availability of materials for an uninterrupted flow of production in accordance with Just-in-time delivery schedules while maintaining the right inventory level
Utilize Supplier Standards Manual and State of Work to improve the capability of suppliers while maintaining the flow of raw materials necessary to produce the finished product
Provide input into longer-term capacity investment needs
Influence sourcing decisions and purchasing methodology/policies (MOQs, stocking programs, VMI, etc.)
Utilize continuous improvement techniques to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or Finance
Demonstrated knowledge of ERP Systems (SAP and Kinaxis Rapid Response preferred)
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and requests, make quick & sound decisions and respond with a sense of urgency
Strong analytical skills and demonstrated high aptitude for solving problems, including the ability to teach and coach problem solving techniques
Ability to effectively communicate technical supply chain needs in a clear, concise manner to the business
Working knowledge and understanding of financial concepts and operational KPIs
Demonstrated leadership skills (direct and cross functionally) and excellent relationship management
Ability to influence and drive solutions across the supply chain
Ability to coach, develop and lead others
Demonstrated competency in the MS Office Suite of products
Above average communication skills – oral, written and presentation
Superior organization, coordination, planning and delegation skills
Superior process, analytical and problem-solving skills – apply / execute formal techniques (e.g. Kepner Tregoe, 8D)
10-15 years applicable, progressive supply chain planning experience; 5 years of formal leadership
Strong operations experience with knowledge in capacity, master & production planning
Demonstrated experience with multiple material replenishment techniques and purchasing methodologies
Preferred
Master's Degree
Applied lean manufacturing techniques including value stream mapping, leveling demand, Kanban calculations and techniques
ASCM (Association of Supply Chain Management) CPIM certification
Consumer Goods / Electronics / Aftermarket experience
Language: Advanced English, Portuguese, Spanish
Company
DRiV Incorporated
DRiV, a Tenneco company, includes 31 of the best known and respected aftermarket brands, including 14 brands 100 years or older.
5001-10000 employees
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