*Who is Novares?*
Based in France, Novares is a global supplier of plastic solutions that designs and manufactures complex components and systems that serve the future of the automotive industry.
The company creates and produces advanced automotive solutions with technical plastic injection for greener, lighter and connected cars with intelligent and intuitive interfaces for all passengers.
Novares co-develops and provides engineering and manufacturing expertise to virtually every OEM in the world and many Tier 1 companies in the automotive market.
*Role Overview: *
The Senior Manager of Supply Chain and Logistics, possessing specialized SAP expertise, is responsible for optimizing automotive supply chain operations.
This role involves coaching SAP users, managing managers, and implementing LEAN manufacturing principles.
Additionally, the role encompasses ensuring on-time delivery, production attainment, backlog management, exception shipments, and efficient cash flow generation.
*Key Responsibilities:*
SAP Expertise and Training:
* Serve as a SAP Super User, coaching users across the logistics spectrum.
* Utilize extensive SAP knowledge to optimize logistic functions, including scheduling, planning, material movement, and inbound planning.
Leadership and Managerial Oversight:
* Manage logistics managers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a cohesive working environment.
* Lead teams, ensuring effective SAP utilization and implementing LEAN principles.
Supply Chain Management:
* Define and deploy supply chain policies aligned with Tier 1 automotive standards.
* Optimize logistic costs through analysis and strategic planning, leveraging SAP functionalities.
* Oversee key performance indicators (KPIs) including on-time delivery, production attainment, backlog management, exception shipments, and Days on Hand of Inventory (DOHC).
Certifications and Training:
* Possess certified SAP training obtained through a formal process.
* Hold APICS certification or relevant training, demonstrating supply chain management expertise.
LEAN Manufacturing and Strategic Planning:
* Implement LEAN manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
* Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives, optimizing logistics operations.
Capacity Management and Action Plans:
* Demonstrate the ability to follow action plans with expected results, ensuring efficient capacity management.
Navigating Challenges:
* Address and manage disruptions such as Stop & Go scenarios
* Prioritize supply base to effectively manage cash flow, emphasizing stock reduction and efficient cash flow generation.
*Qualifications and Skills:*
* Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Advanced degree preferred.
* Extensive experience in Tier 1 automotive supply chain roles with a strong understanding of logistics functions from scheduling to inbound planning.
* Proven experience managing managers within logistics teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and development.
* Certified SAP training acquired through a formal process and APICS certification or equivalent training.
* Training and experience in implementing LEAN manufacturing principles within supply chain operations.
* Strong problem-solving skills, project management abilities, and a track record of driving positive change within the automotive supply chain.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.
00 - $135,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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