Manager Supply Chain AKR

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44312, Akron, OH, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Transportation • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations, including materials and production planning, warehousing, inventory, shipping, receiving, supplier coordination, and customer order management. Owns logistics costs, KPIs, SOPs, continuous improvement, and supply chain projects while ensuring delivery and inventory targets. Manages supplier and transportation performance and leads, coaches, and develops the logistics team.
Summary Generated by Built In

It is time for a new challenge. And time to arrive where you want to be. We have grown steadily, together as a team. Would you like to grow too? For us and with us? If you answered yes, we have career opportunities for you! Do you have what it takes to spur game-changing innovation? Do you crave being a part of the solution, while enjoying training and learning opportunities? Then get ready to join the Roechling Automotive team and become part of the next chapter in our history!

General Description:

  • Lead and optimize end-to-end logistics operations across the supply chain.
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee customer order management, production planning, material planning, warehousing, inventory management, shipping, receiving, packaging, and internal/external logistics flows.
  • Ensure on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and production planning that meets customer requirements and inventory targets.
  • Coordinate logistics activities with customers, suppliers, shipping contractors, and cross-functional internal departments.
  • Manage logistics, freight, and warehousing costs while ensuring compliance with budget objectives.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve logistics processes, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Establish, monitor, and drive logistics KPIs to support operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead the implementation of new logistics and supply chain projects.
  • Manage supplier and transportation provider performance to ensure service reliability and cost efficiency.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the logistics team, including performance management and annual performance reviews.
Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
  • 3–5 years of experience in Materials Planning, Production Planning, Supply Chain Management, and Warehouse Management (shipping & receiving).
  • 3–5 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional logistics teams.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in Tier 1 manufacturing and injection molding.
  • Experience with ERP/SAP systems.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
  • Experience in inventory, purchasing, supplier, and logistics management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
  • 3–5 years of experience in materials planning, production planning, supply chain management, and warehouse management
  • 3–5 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional logistics teams
  • At least 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
  • Experience in Tier 1 manufacturing and injection molding
  • Experience with ERP and SAP systems
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Strong analytical skills and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Experience in inventory, purchasing, supplier, and logistics management
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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The Company
HQ: Mannheim
11,681 Employees
Year Founded: 1822

What We Do

Röchling Automotive manufactures plastic products for the automotive industry, focusing on improving mobility through solutions that enhance lightness, safety, and sustainability, including areas like Battery Solutions, Structural Lightweight, Aerodynamics, and Propulsion.

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