Logistics Manager - Autoneum : Job Details

Autoneum is the Global Market Leader in Acoustics and Thermal Management. The Company is a leading Swiss supplier in sustainable acoustic and thermal management solutions for vehicles. It develops and manufactures multifunctional, lightweight components for optimum noise and heat protection. The Company is organized into four business groups by region: Business Group Europe, Business Group North America, Business Group Asia, and Business Group SAMEA (South America, Middle East and Africa). This position will be a full-time onsite position located in our manufacturing facility in Norwalk, Ohio.

The duties of the Logistics Manager will be to oversee our inventory and purchasing operations as it relates to our supply chain process. Must possess in-depth knowledge in inventory managements systems and procedures. Duties will include maintain budgets, analyzing materials, researching vendors, and ensuring all customers and departments have adequate access to materials they require. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop Logistics and others as needed
• Planning, organizing, and prioritizing work according to production schedules/daily requirements
• Ensure clear communication across all shifts/ departments pertaining to customer deliveries
• Continuous improvement of inventory levels
• Creating, implementing, and auditing Standard Operating Procedures for proper operation of the Logistics Department
• Planning, administration of all logistic processes, Warehouse layout and management, Supply Chain management, material flow, including packaging data
• Production planning/Supplier schedules
• Participation in improvement process like: Safety, Quality, Productivity, 5S
• Develop the logistics planning process using the appropriate IT systems (SAP)
• Train and mentor team in the use of logistics systems and processes
• Perform other related duties that may be assigned or associated with the responsibility of the position
• Maintain and monitor KPI's.
• Design and maintain department budgets
• Prepare and file detailed records on procurement activity, quantity, and vendors.
• Oversee and support subordinates and new employees.
• Collaborate with management to plan forecasting models
• Monitor inventory levels and access to the material
• Manage the distribution of supplier in the organization
• Record and assess all material quality, movement, and expenditure
• Recommend solutions to existing processes to reduce waste and increase quantity

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and implementation of general safe work practices
• Models effective attendance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Conceptual/Analytical thinking
• Problem Analysis
• Strong interpersonal abilities and technical troubleshooting skills
• Able and willing to work in a manufacturing plant environment, including variable shifts and work days
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of TS16949 (IATF Standards)
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Standards
• Ability to critique die design concepts for both production worthiness and ease of maintainability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• 4-year Supply Chain degree or equivalent experience in the Supply Chain
• Proven Managerial experience a plus
• Strong understanding of supply chain and inventory management systems
• Advanced knowledge of forecasting and budgeting processes
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Authorization to work and reside in the United States
• Possess already or have the ability to obtain a passport as this position requires limited, infrequent travel within the United States and abroad