Supply chain manager jobs in Rochester, MI - 214 jobs

Stellantis Mopar Service, Parts & Customer Care Organization is currently seeking a highly skilled, solutions oriented Global Service Commodity Manager focused in Electrical to join the Technical Assistance & Field Support team at Mopar Headquarters, in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The Global Commodity Manager - EE will be responsible for managing a highly talented technical support team and executing deliverables aligned to Stellantis field issue resolution initiatives. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the resolution of product related field issues and ensuring the success of field action repairs. The role will require strong leadership characteristics and technical proficiency in order to achieve cross functional buy in on repair direction and ensure repair effectiveness. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following: Champion for the resolution of escalated product issues identified though field reporting, various call center data trends, and Stellantis Technical Assistance Resource (STAR) Center Reporting. Daily interaction with Product Development, Quality, and Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (TSRC) at varying levels of management to ensure successful field resolution of product issues. Primary internal escalation point relating to field actions, field support, service action time study, emerging and non-serviceable issues. Primary liaison to direct and support Product Development and Quality for appropriate and expedient repair methods and communication strategy. Maintain awareness of all field issues impacting North American aftersales. Maintain high level technical knowledge in past, present, and future vehicles for all NA sold vehicle brands Project manage and lead initiatives to improve Fixed First Visit and Customer Service Index (CSI) and other service related projects as delegated. Set, plan, prioritize and manage multiple projects in a technical and business environment. Agile mindset, capable of quickly adapting to changing priorities and business needs.

The Supply Chain Planner ensures the right inventory is available at the right time by managing demand, optimizing stock levels, and resolving supply chain gaps. This role partners closely with production, procurement, and suppliers to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain a resilient supply chain across the organization. Key Responsibilities Set and maintain system forecasts and inventory parameters for assigned materials. Plan and schedule material deliveries using the ERP system (NetSuite). Ensure purchase orders and releases are correctly generated and transmitted to suppliers. Lead weekly supplier reviews covering order status, confirmations, shipment plans, and ASN compliance. Manage part supersessions to reduce obsolete or excess inventory. Maintain accurate master data (MOQ, lead times, lot sizes, etc.). Identify and resolve data integrity issues in collaboration with Materials Management. Partner with the Master Scheduler to manage demand spikes and ensure on-time fulfillment. Oversee inventory within the external supplier network to optimize distribution. Resolve discrepancies related to goods receipts, ASNs, and supplier invoices. Evaluate excess/short inventory and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with buyers and customers on BOM updates, procurement decisions, and supplier performance. Manage returns, repairs, and warranty components with suppliers. Implement best practices to reduce total cost of ownership and improve supply chain processes. Conduct MRP analysis, forecast reviews, and inventory strategy planning. Expedite materials as needed to support production. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies. Support special projects as assigned. Qualifications Skills & Competencies Strong background in supply chain/inventory planning, including safety stock and min/max methodologies. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of procurement and inventory management best practices. Experience working in a matrix organization and supporting a safe, compliant workplace. Experience 7+ years of relevant experience (without a degree) OR 3+ years with a bachelor's degree. Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field-or equivalent experience. CSCP, CPIM, or similar certifications preferred. LEAN or Six Sigma experience desirable. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Relocation assistance Work Location: In person

The Purchasing Manager will establish and manage a centralized purchasing function supporting all rental, sales, parts, and service operations. This role involves procuring equipment, parts, materials, and indirect goods, as well as implementing processes, controls, and vendor management strategies to ensure cost efficiency, reliability, and alignment with operational needs. As the company's first dedicated purchasing leader, this role demands initiative, strategic thinking, and strong cross-functional collaboration. Job Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Leadership • Build the company's first centralized purchasing department, including processes, policies, and systems. • Define and execute purchasing strategies aligned with financial, operational, and inventory objectives. • Standardize procurement workflows across rental, service, sales, and parts divisions. • Partner with department heads to forecast needs and establish category management strategies. Vendor & Supply Chain Management • Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for heavy equipment, attachments, parts, shop supplies, and indirect goods. • Negotiate pricing, contracts, warranties, payment terms, and service-level agreements to maximize value. • Monitor vendor performance, quality, and delivery timelines; develop vendor scorecards and continuous improvement plans. • Build strategic vendor partnerships to support equipment uptime, maintenance reliability, and parts availability. Operational Purchasing Execution • Manage procurement of rental fleet units, replacement equipment, consumables, and service parts. • Oversee purchase orders, order tracking, expediting, and exception handling. • Coordinate with Service, Rental, Parts, and Fleet departments to ensure timely material and equipment availability. • Improve inventory turns, reduce stockouts, and optimize procurement for frequently used items and critical spare parts. Financial & Compliance Oversight • Collaborate with the CFO to manage purchasing budgets, KPIs, and cost-control initiatives. • Implement spend analytics, supplier scorecards, and cost-savings programs. • Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and environmental, health, and safety regulations. • Support capital expenditure planning and budgeting for equipment purchases. Systems, Tools & Process Improvement • Recommend and assist with implementing purchasing software, ERP workflows, and automation tools. • Establish documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal controls for all purchasing activities. • Continuously assess processes and drive efficiency improvements across procurement and supply-chain workflows. Job Qualifications Required • 5-10+ years of purchasing or supply-chain experience, with at least 3 years in heavy equipment, construction equipment, or industrial machinery sectors. • Proven track record of building or scaling a purchasing function, preferably from scratch or semi-structured environment. • Strong vendor negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation skills. • Experience supporting rental, service, and parts operations in fleet-based or equipment service businesses. • Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing workflows. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to improve purchasing performance and cost control. • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. Preferred • Background in the environmental services industry, including waste, recycling, remediation, or stormwater. • Experience supporting multi-location operations. • Familiarity with equipment lifecycle management and fleet replacement planning. • Professional certification such as CPM, CPSM, or CSCP is a plus. Key Competencies • Strategic thinking with strong operational execution • Negotiation and vendor relationship management • Process and systems building, including SOPs, controls, and vendor metrics • Financial and analytical acumen • Sense of urgency and continuous improvement mindset • Ability to establish credibility across all departments The Way We Work • Work and accept responsibility to search for, create, and execute new and innovative approaches to improve company services and objectives. • Assist external and internal customers by serving their needs and taking responsibility for continuously improving customer service. • Foster meaningful interaction and information exchange to promote understanding. • Develop and use effective strategies and interpersonal styles to engage and guide others toward identified objectives. • Work consistently toward the common good of the organization and encourage others to do the same. • Conduct oneself in a professionally appropriate and respectful manner. • Apply proper safety and security practices in accordance with established protocols, guidelines, and policies. Jack Doheny Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Now Hiring: Director of MP&L - Tier 1 Automotive Client 📍 Metro Detroit Western Suburbs Are you a strategic MP&L leader ready to drive world-class delivery, inventory, and logistics performance? We're seeking an experienced Director of Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) to lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations across the Americas. What You'll Lead • Drive departmental performance using PDCA and the Professional Development System • Own strategic KPI execution: customer & supplier delivery, inventory health, logistics, and premium freight • Oversee material handling operations including shipping, receiving, line feeding, safety, training, and budgets • Manage and optimize freight operations with 3PL partners (Ryder), delivering cost reductions and budget adherence • Communicate daily operational risks and performance to the Operating Committee • Lead manpower planning, sales & volume forecasting, and engineering change management • Analyze and reduce premium freight, optimize external warehouse costs, and support NA MP&L alignment • Support new program launches, OEM EDI requirements (ASN, labeling, sequencing), and ERP integrations (SAP/QAD) • Manage tariff exposure and mitigation strategies with customs brokers What You Bring • 10+ years of automotive MP&L leadership experience • Proven expertise in logistics, inventory control, freight optimization, and OEM systems • Bachelor's degree in Production, Inventory Control, or related field (preferred) • Compensation - $175,000 base + 20% bonus If you are interested and qualified, please send your updated resume as a MS Word document, and how you fit this specific position ************************

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values-radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win-or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way. This role supports the immediate and long-term needs of our manufacturing plants by ensuring reliable, capable, and modern manufacturing technology. Working closely with Operations, Quality, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering across all business groups, the position will develop strategies to address current and emerging technology needs in advanced manufacturing and digitalization. The primary scope is the EMEA region, with global collaboration across Tenneco's manufacturing engineering network. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support Operations in discover and implementing new or improve existing manufacturing technologies, provide support and guidance to manufacturing locations in identifying new and validating existing solutions Manage multiple Advanced Manufacturing related engineering projects with strong business case focus for different site across the Americas region Promote knowledge sharing across plants and involved business groups, especially other manufacturing engineering groups to achieve high manufacturing technology carry over and maintain a knowledge standard across the plants Promote standardization and harmonization of technologies where technically appropriate Develop strategies for addressing future manufacturing technology needs. Work with Operations, Quality and Product Engineering to understand current problems, goals, and customer requirements to assure proper transformation actions Identify simplification and automation potential with the plants and proof project business cases for project kick-offs. Conceive solutions in a timely manner using appropriate structures, constructing “proof-of-concept” demonstrations to show how these could be implemented. Seek out innovative ways in which advanced manufacturing technologies may be used to reduce scrap, improve quality and cut costs in operations. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Perform administrative duties as required. Education: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field required. MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in the automotive industry. Skills & Competencies Analytical & Financial Acumen Expert-level analytical and problem-solving skills to drive fact-based decision making. Strong financial literacy, including business case-driven engineering and operational KPI management. Leadership & Strategic Thinking Self-confidence and clarity of expression to lead executive-level discussions and challenge current practices. Strategic thinker with the ability to connect long-term vision to practical execution. Hands-on experience leading multi-regional or global initiatives. Project & Change Management Strong project management skills, including stakeholder alignment, timeline control, and structured execution. Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously across diverse teams and functions. Flexible, proactive, and self-motivated; able to inspire and sustain momentum in teams. Communication & Collaboration Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), credible with both internal stakeholders and external audiences. Strong intercultural communication skills; effective in global, cross-functional environments. Promotes knowledge sharing and “carry-over” best practices across teams and regions. Technical & Manufacturing Expertise Deep understanding of advanced manufacturing technologies and digital operations. Familiarity with continuous improvement methods and technology-driven transformation. Tenneco is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of Tenneco's advanced manufacturing and digital operations globally, while driving transformation across the Americas region

Who You'll Work With As a modern technology company, our Slalom Technologists are disrupting the market and bringing to life the art of the possible for our clients. We have passion for building strategies, solutions, and creative products to help our clients solve their most complex and interesting business problems. We surround our technologists with interesting challenges, innovative minds, and emerging technologies. Are you innately curious? Have a bias for action? Value connection? Want to have fun and be your authentic self at work? We want to hear from you! We're looking for collaborative, entrepreneurial teammates who want to pursue their supply chain passion to build and shape a better future for our clients. Our Global Supply Chain practice is a diverse team of innovators, experts, and technologists who create a lasting impact for our clients by transforming their supply chains. We have a passion for helping our clients solve their most complex and interesting supply chain problems with simple, effective solutions. We combine entrepreneurial energy, creativity and a practical approach - that focuses on real client needs and pain points - to realize business value quickly. What You'll Do * Deliver projects for supply chain organizations across industry sectors. * Support, guide and manage initiatives related to IBP (Integrated Business Planning) and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) * Partner with clients to innovate and transform their current business models and customer experiences using advanced analytics and emerging technologies. * Use interviews, workshops and insights from data to diagnose and solve the real problems impacting operating margin and deliver business value quickly. * Execute across disciplines - analytics, technology, process and op model design - to create holistic solutions. * Work independently, as a team member, or as a mentor of other consultants and/or clients to ensure successful project delivery. * Build client knowledge, credibility and long-term trusting relationships quickly at all levels. What You'll Bring * IBP (Integrated Business Planning) and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) required * Experience in one or more of these areas: Supply Chain Analytics, Sourcing & Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics & Fulfillment, or Manufacturing. * Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. * Entrepreneurial energy, creativity, empathy and leadership. * Proficiency with MS PowerPoint and Excel required; Tableau (or similar BI tool), SQL, Python or R a plus. * Experience with supply chain systems (TMS, WMS, OMS, ERP, etc.), agile development and change management are a plus. * Track record of building and delivering presentations that clearly and simply communicate complex ideas, quantitative insights and recommendations to senior executives. * BA/BS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Computer Science or Data Science. * Ability to travel depending on your preference, client needs and safety. About Us Slalom is a fiercely human business and technology consulting company that leads with outcomes to bring more value, in all ways, always. From strategy through delivery, our agile teams across 52 offices in 12 countries collaborate with clients to bring powerful customer experiences, innovative ways of working, and new products and services to life. We are trusted by leaders across the Global 1000, many successful enterprise and mid-market companies, and 500+ public sector organizations to improve operations, drive growth, and create value. At Slalom, we believe that together, we can move faster, dream bigger, and build better tomorrows for all. Compensation and Benefits Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance. Slalom is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For this position at the Senior Consultant level the base salary pay range is $110K - $145K for consultant, $125K-175K for senior consultant, $175K - $200K for Principal. In addition, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation will depend upon an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time. EEO and Accommodations Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.

As the Director of SAP EWM & Supply Chain Consulting, you will lead our SAP supply chain practice with a strong emphasis on SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and related supply chain execution solutions. This role combines presales leadership with end-to-end delivery ownership - driving solution strategy, shaping client proposals, and ensuring successful execution of complex SAP EWM and supply chain transformation programs. You will collaborate closely with sales, delivery, and solution architecture teams to define best-in-class warehouse and logistics solutions. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience in SAP EWM, along with a proven record of leading large-scale implementations and managing strategic client relationships. What your new challenge will look like: Partner with sales and business development teams to define go-to-market strategies and provide thought leadership for SAP EWM and supply chain opportunities. Engage with clients early in the sales cycle to assess warehouse and logistics operations, identify value opportunities, and design EWM transformation roadmaps. Lead the development of proposals, RFP responses, and client solution demonstrations, highlighting SAP EWM capabilities and integration with related SAP modules. Develop high-level implementation plans, delivery models, and cost estimates to support pre-sales and solution design efforts. Oversee end-to-end delivery of SAP EWM and supply chain projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets. Provide architectural and functional guidance to ensure seamless integration of EWM within the broader SAP landscape. Serve as an escalation point for complex delivery challenges, driving timely resolution and maintaining client satisfaction. Monitor project performance, resource utilization, and delivery quality to ensure operational excellence across engagements. Enhance delivery methodologies, tools, and accelerators to improve efficiency and standardization. Drive innovation through EWM best practices, process automation, and emerging technologies such as robotics and analytics. Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the SAP EWM and supply chain practice, ensuring continuous capability growth. Mentor and develop consulting teams, fostering technical depth, leadership, and client engagement excellence. Collaborate with SAP practice leaders to align EWM offerings with enterprise-wide solution strategies and market needs. Stay current with SAP advancements, including embedded and decentralized EWM, to guide innovation and practice development. Ready for 4flow? Then please apply online.

As the Director of SAP EWM & Supply Chain Consulting, you will lead our SAP supply chain practice with a strong emphasis on SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and related supply chain execution solutions. This role combines presales leadership with end-to-end delivery ownership - driving solution strategy, shaping client proposals, and ensuring successful execution of complex SAP EWM and supply chain transformation programs. You will collaborate closely with sales, delivery, and solution architecture teams to define best-in-class warehouse and logistics solutions. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on experience in SAP EWM, along with a proven record of leading large-scale implementations and managing strategic client relationships. What your new challenge will look like: Partner with sales and business development teams to define go-to-market strategies and provide thought leadership for SAP EWM and supply chain opportunities. Engage with clients early in the sales cycle to assess warehouse and logistics operations, identify value opportunities, and design EWM transformation roadmaps. Lead the development of proposals, RFP responses, and client solution demonstrations, highlighting SAP EWM capabilities and integration with related SAP modules. Develop high-level implementation plans, delivery models, and cost estimates to support pre-sales and solution design efforts. Oversee end-to-end delivery of SAP EWM and supply chain projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets. Provide architectural and functional guidance to ensure seamless integration of EWM within the broader SAP landscape. Serve as an escalation point for complex delivery challenges, driving timely resolution and maintaining client satisfaction. Monitor project performance, resource utilization, and delivery quality to ensure operational excellence across engagements. Enhance delivery methodologies, tools, and accelerators to improve efficiency and standardization. Drive innovation through EWM best practices, process automation, and emerging technologies such as robotics and analytics. Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the SAP EWM and supply chain practice, ensuring continuous capability growth. Mentor and develop consulting teams, fostering technical depth, leadership, and client engagement excellence. Collaborate with SAP practice leaders to align EWM offerings with enterprise-wide solution strategies and market needs. Stay current with SAP advancements, including embedded and decentralized EWM, to guide innovation and practice development. Ready for 4flow? Then please apply online.

Production Manager Who We're Looking For Are you obsessed with staying one step ahead and making the impossible happen for customers? We're looking for a Supply Chain Manager who thrives on making things move-literally. At Merit Manufacturing, our ability to exceed customer expectations depends on having the right raw materials and components in place, every time. This role is perfect for someone with a sixth sense for anticipating challenges, navigating disruptions, and keeping operations humming. You're a strong negotiator, a strategic thinker, and a passionate advocate for both our customers and our bottom line. You believe that anything is possible when it comes to meeting a customer's needs-and you won't stop until we deliver. Your Main Responsibilities As the Supply Chain Manager at Merit Manufacturing, you'll lead the charge in ensuring the smooth flow of materials and components that power our production floor. You'll manage a small but mighty team of buyers responsible for issuing and tracking supplier POs, and you'll take ownership of our supplier relationships to ensure they're strong, strategic, and beneficial to both sides. You'll also analyze gross margin performance by brand and product, and fight for profitability in every negotiation. This role is about foresight, agility, and unrelenting customer focus. Lead Our Supply Chain Operations: Manage the procurement and inbound logistics of raw materials and packaging components to ensure production never misses a beat. Manage a Team of Buyers: Guide, support, and develop a team responsible for creating and tracking supplier purchase orders. Champion Customer Satisfaction: Work cross-functionally with production and sales teams to stay aligned on timelines and needs. You'll ensure our materials arrive on time and help us always surpass expectations. Own Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain collaborative, mutually beneficial partnerships with key suppliers-while always protecting our company's interests. Track and Drive Profitability: Regularly review and report gross margin performance by brand and product. You'll identify cost-saving opportunities and fight for the financial health of the company. Anticipate and Prevent Disruptions: Identify delays, breakdowns, or risks in the supply chain before they hit. You'll find solutions, expedite materials, and act fast to keep production on track. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Monitor market trends, anticipate component shortages, and proactively plan so we're never caught off guard. At Merit, you won't just manage a process-you'll lead a critical function that keeps our promises to our customers. Are you Qualified? 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or materials planning-ideally in the personal care, cosmetics, or consumer goods industry. Experience managing a procurement team and overseeing vendor relationships. Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to balance cost, quality, and timing. Deep understanding of gross margin analysis and product-level profitability. Excellent problem-solving instincts and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. A little About Us Merit Manufacturing is a Contract Manufacturer in the Personal Care space. We make products like Shampoo, Body Wash, Beard Oil, Lotions, and Laundry Detergent for nationwide brands that you've definitely heard of and might have even used. In just 6 years of existence, we've growth dramatically each year and we're not done yet. We just moved into a state-of-the-art new manufacturing facility and it's unlike anything our industry has seen. We worked hard to make this the coolest building you've ever worked in. Whether you're a chemist in the lab or you're working in the warehouse, you'll be excited to come to work. We are a company that truly cares about the growth and advancement of our employees. We exist to provide a safe and sustainable living for everyone who makes this company run, and we're dedicated to that cause. Merit is a company where your voice can be heard and you can make a difference every day. Why you Want this Job You'll be a key player in a fast-growing, high-energy company. We reward our employees in creative and meaningful ways. You'll learn more, grow faster, and make a real impact. Every day is an opportunity to make something happen. Why you Don't want this Job This isn't a punch-in, punch-out gig. We expect you to be engaged, take ownership, and care about the work. Sometimes if we're behind on production numbers, or our customers need product quickly, we run later shifts, longer shifts, or weekend shifts to get things done. We don't always do this, but when we do, we're looking for team players who are willing to help. We expect employees to keep learning and growing. If you're here for a year, your role and responsibilities should be different based on what you've proven yourself capable of. The Basics Location: Warren, MI Pay Rate: Negotiated based on Experience Benefits: Healthcare Dental Flexible Time Off Policy Performance Bonus Opportunities Year End Bonus Opportunity Company events Equality: Merit Manufacturing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Effectively lead and optimize supply chain operations. Responsible for developing robust supply chain strategies that enhance productivity, minimize costs, and improve overall performance. Drive demand forecasting and planning to ensure profitable inventory levels that meet business objectives. Manage the efficient flow of products between vendors, warehouse, labs, and stores. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation throughout inventory management processes and supply chain systems implementations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS Analyze and report on sales patterns, customer demand, and market trends to continuously enhance forecasting accuracy and inventory planning Partner with Demand Planner, Warehouse Manager, and stockroom teammates to develop and track KPIs related to demand accuracy, inventory turnover, stockouts, and fill rates. Provide regular reports to senior leadership Work with finance and retail to forecast inventory needs and adjust purchasing plans based on changing sales projections Develop and maintain an inventory management system that aligns with growth projections; oversee stock levels, balance on-demand printing and traditional inventory to efficiently meet demand, manage cash flow, and mitigate risk associated with forecast uncertainty Develop and manage a scalable system for order intake and fulfillment timelines; ensure seamless operations during peak seasons. Hire and oversee seasonal contractors Analyze performance, identify savings, utilize reporting and forecasting, and ensure data accuracy using tools like SAP, Excel, and SQL Collaborate on vendor selection to meet quality and performance standards Handle daily vendor interactions. Manage purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery, drive quality control and cost effective solutions. Cross-functional collaboration with merchandising and lab to align on order timelines, and customer communication strategies. Ensure client satisfaction and smooth operations Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to address potential supply chain disruptions, demand fluctuations, or lead-time variability Liaise with internal/external teams and vendors to ensure clear communication on forecast changes, inventory needs, and delivery schedules MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations or related field; MBA is preferred Combination of education and/or equivalent work experience in a related field 3-5 years' experience in inventory management or supply chain operations 3-5 years' supervisory/management experience Experience with MRP, JIT, EDI, and tracking metrics (KPIs) Strong systems knowledge; demonstrated experience with WMS & LMS Proven experience with ERP implementation Performance history of driving continuous improvement initiatives in demand planning processes and inventory management Strong technical and problem-solving skills, able to identify areas of opportunity Proficiency in analyzing data, trends, and forecasting models to make data driven decisions Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills Ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Excellent attention to detail, in-depth understanding of supply chain processes, and exceptional analytical skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks; forklift license required Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of programs (e.g., SQL, Excel, PowerBI) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication Able to read and write at a high school graduate level Able to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds Able to sit, stand, lift, and bend for extended periods of time Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.) Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development Must be available to work in-person at warehouse location in Clinton Twp., MI These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Responsible for all supply chain activities in the region Americas for the Air Springs business unit. Lead and support program buying team in implementation of cost, optimized product design, estimates, negotiation, contracting, etc. Lead the negotiation, execution, and governance of direct material supply contracts in alignment with program timing, cost targets, and global sourcing strategies. Ensure consistent application of global SCM frameworks while addressing regional business, supplier, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management or relatable technical field. 5+ years of experience in direct purchasing in an automotive environment, including team leadership. Strong cost & quality mindset SAP experience preferred Willing to travel This role is on-site in either Farmington Hills, MI or South Haven, MI therefore successful candidates will be within a commutable distance of either location. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Vibracoustic USA Inc.

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? **In this position...** The Senior Global Supply Chain Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing a significant and complex portfolio within Ford's global purchasing and supply chain operations. This role requires extensive experience, visionary leadership, and a proven ability to develop and implement innovative strategies that drive significant optimization, foster innovation, and catalyze transformative change across the supply chain. The successful candidate will be a primary catalyst for broader supply chain transformation, championing groundbreaking approaches and acting as a thought leader and trendsetter. This requires exceptional resilience, deep business acumen, elite negotiation capabilities, and a relentless "play-to-win" attitude. **What you'll do...** + Provide strategic oversight and direct leadership to a high-performing team of supply chain managers, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. + Develop, champion, and implement long-term, visionary global purchasing and sourcing strategies that are intricately aligned with Ford's overarching business objectives, including future product roadmaps and sustainability goals. + Strategically manage a large, complex portfolio of critical categories/commodities, ensuring aggressive cost optimization, proactive risk mitigation, and building unparalleled supply chain resilience and agility through innovative approaches. + Lead and orchestrate high-level cross-functional collaboration across numerous departments, global regions, and executive stakeholders to drive consensus and implement holistic sourcing solutions. + Pioneer the development and implementation of cutting-edge cost models, negotiation strategies, and advanced forecasting techniques to drive significant financial advantages and market leadership. + Cultivate and manage critical, strategic supplier relationships at an executive level, fostering deep collaboration, co-creation, and driving breakthrough innovation from the supply base. + Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate complex supply chain risks, including geopolitical shifts, environmental factors, technological disruptions, and market volatility, implementing innovative risk management solutions. + Initiate, lead, and drive large-scale continuous improvement and transformative initiatives across the entire supply chain, challenging existing paradigms and implementing disruptive technologies and processes. + Develop, manage, and strategically allocate significant budgets and resources to achieve aggressive purchasing and supply chain objectives. + Mentor, coach, and develop future leaders within the team, fostering a culture of innovation, high performance, and strategic thinking. + Articulate and present compelling strategic supply chain plans, negotiation outcomes, and innovative recommendations to executive leadership, influencing key business decisions. + **Desired Technical Areas of Expertise:** + Exteriors - Fasteners, etc. + Underbody - Suspension, brakes, transmission / driveline, etc. + IPTS - Engine (ignition, valvetrain), Pumps, Exhaust, Radiator, Cooling, etc. + Interiors - Driver Interface Area, Instrument Panel + Digital Tech - Electronics Low Voltage Modules, Electronics High Voltage, Software, Etc. + In the near future Ford could have needs in other commodity areas, including but not limited to those related to new technologies (e.g., autonomous driving, connected services), strategic initiatives, raw materials, or evolving business needs **You'll have...** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field + 8+ years of extensive experience in global purchasing, strategic supply chain management, or commodity management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role demonstrating significant impact on negotiations, innovation, and change management. + Deep and nuanced understanding of complex global supply chain dynamics, including advanced manufacturing processes, cutting-edge materials, emerging technologies, and geopolitical/macroeconomic factors. + Proven track record of successfully building, leading, and developing high-performing, innovative teams that drive strategic outcomes. + Expertise in advanced strategic sourcing methodologies, complex negotiation strategies, supply chain digitalization, and emerging procurement technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain). **Even better, you may have...** + MBA or advanced degree in a relevant discipline highly preferred. + Exceptional strategic planning, advanced analytical, and complex problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to envision and implement transformative solutions. + Superior communication, executive-level presentation, and influential leadership skills, with extensive experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership and external partners. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: + Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage + Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more + Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases + Tuition assistance + Established and active employee resource groups + Paid time off for individual and team community service + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: ***************************** This position is a leadership level 5. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. \#LI-Hybrid \#LI-MH4 **Requisition ID** : 49890

100% onsite in Auburn Hills, MI. Temporary Assignment: Minimum of 3 months, potential for extension and conversion to full time depending on performance The Supply Chain Supply Planner for Raw Materials is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement and availability of raw materials to support production schedules. This role involves demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and close collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Develop and maintain raw material supply plans based on demand forecasts, production schedules, and inventory targets. Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to ensure material availability and minimize disruptions. Monitor inventory levels and adjust planning parameters to optimize stock levels and reduce excess/obsolete inventory. Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply issues. Support new product introductions and engineering changes by aligning material availability with project timelines. Utilize ERP and planning systems to maintain accurate material requirements planning (MRP) data. Mutual respect required. In the fast-paced role, successful Supply Chain Specialists are agile, strategic thinkers who are comfortable developing business plans and presenting to all levels of the organization and with internal/external stakeholders. Requirements: TEMP ASSIGNMENT - Minimum of 3 months- potential for extension and conversion to full time depending on performance Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in supply planning, preferably in raw materials or manufacturing environments. Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau). Strong analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency in MRP systems and planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, or similar). Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. APICS/CPIM certification is a plus. Additional Must Haves: Location: Auburn Hills, MI - 100% onsite, flexibility if needed 3+ years of experience No driving a company vehicle is required No travel Temporary Assignment: Minimum of 3 months, potential for extension and conversion to full time depending on performance Contract to hire opportunity

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? In this position... The Senior Global Supply Chain Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing a significant and complex portfolio within Ford's global purchasing and supply chain operations. This role requires extensive experience, visionary leadership, and a proven ability to develop and implement innovative strategies that drive significant optimization, foster innovation, and catalyze transformative change across the supply chain. The successful candidate will be a primary catalyst for broader supply chain transformation, championing groundbreaking approaches and acting as a thought leader and trendsetter. This requires exceptional resilience, deep business acumen, elite negotiation capabilities, and a relentless "play-to-win" attitude. You'll have... Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field 8+ years of extensive experience in global purchasing, strategic supply chain management, or commodity management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role demonstrating significant impact on negotiations, innovation, and change management. Deep and nuanced understanding of complex global supply chain dynamics, including advanced manufacturing processes, cutting-edge materials, emerging technologies, and geopolitical/macroeconomic factors. Proven track record of successfully building, leading, and developing high-performing, innovative teams that drive strategic outcomes. Expertise in advanced strategic sourcing methodologies, complex negotiation strategies, supply chain digitalization, and emerging procurement technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain). Even better, you may have... MBA or advanced degree in a relevant discipline highly preferred. Exceptional strategic planning, advanced analytical, and complex problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to envision and implement transformative solutions. Superior communication, executive-level presentation, and influential leadership skills, with extensive experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership and external partners. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: ***************************** This position is a leadership level 5. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MH4 What you'll do... Provide strategic oversight and direct leadership to a high-performing team of supply chain managers, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Develop, champion, and implement long-term, visionary global purchasing and sourcing strategies that are intricately aligned with Ford's overarching business objectives, including future product roadmaps and sustainability goals. Strategically manage a large, complex portfolio of critical categories/commodities, ensuring aggressive cost optimization, proactive risk mitigation, and building unparalleled supply chain resilience and agility through innovative approaches. Lead and orchestrate high-level cross-functional collaboration across numerous departments, global regions, and executive stakeholders to drive consensus and implement holistic sourcing solutions. Pioneer the development and implementation of cutting-edge cost models, negotiation strategies, and advanced forecasting techniques to drive significant financial advantages and market leadership. Cultivate and manage critical, strategic supplier relationships at an executive level, fostering deep collaboration, co-creation, and driving breakthrough innovation from the supply base. Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate complex supply chain risks, including geopolitical shifts, environmental factors, technological disruptions, and market volatility, implementing innovative risk management solutions. Initiate, lead, and drive large-scale continuous improvement and transformative initiatives across the entire supply chain, challenging existing paradigms and implementing disruptive technologies and processes. Develop, manage, and strategically allocate significant budgets and resources to achieve aggressive purchasing and supply chain objectives. Mentor, coach, and develop future leaders within the team, fostering a culture of innovation, high performance, and strategic thinking. Articulate and present compelling strategic supply chain plans, negotiation outcomes, and innovative recommendations to executive leadership, influencing key business decisions. Desired Technical Areas of Expertise: Exteriors - Fasteners, etc. Underbody - Suspension, brakes, transmission / driveline, etc. IPTS - Engine (ignition, valvetrain), Pumps, Exhaust, Radiator, Cooling, etc. Interiors - Driver Interface Area, Instrument Panel Digital Tech - Electronics Low Voltage Modules, Electronics High Voltage, Software, Etc. In the near future Ford could have needs in other commodity areas, including but not limited to those related to new technologies (e.g., autonomous driving, connected services), strategic initiatives, raw materials, or evolving business needs

Apply now Production Control & Logistics (PC&L) Director Country/Region: United States Job Category: Production Control & Logistics Workplace Type: Hybrid Employment Type: Permanent Job type: Full-Time Autoneum is globally leading in acoustic and thermal management for light and commercial vehicles. The Company develops and produces multifunctional, lightweight and sustainable components and systems for interior floor, interior trim as well as engine bay and underbody. Customers include almost all automobile manufacturers in Europe, North & South America, Asia and Africa. The Company with its head-quarters in Winterthur, Switzerland, is listed on the SIX Swiss Ex-change (ticker symbol AUTN). Summary The PC&L Director will have full regional responsibility for the function which encompasses all matters relating to systems, processes, and optimization of inbound and outbound freight, material flow/management, production scheduling & planning, packaging, and EDI systems for the region. Directly responsible for leading the overall development of a clear and comprehensive supply chain vision, and he/she will be a strategic business partner of COO and plant managers to establish the strategic goals and objectives to achieve OTD, inventory days, inventory accuracy and freight target. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Work closely with COO and plant managers in driving overall financial and operating KPI (OTD, inventory days, inventory accuracy, material consumption, freight etcv) and within the PC&L function. * Optimize inventory planning and logistics functions to meet customer requirements to ensure zero customer interruption with minimum inventory days. * Provide effective, hands-on leadership to the PC&L team and direct, coordinate, and drive all activities while ensuring proper staffing, training, and organization of the function. * Devote significant attention to strengthening the capability of the current team and pursue opportunities for an optimized organization structure. * Develop/strengthen PC&L process from demand planning, material planning, production planning, warehouse management and freight management, and continuously drive improvement via best practices sharing. * Proactively support new program launch activity/APQP by ensuring that all PC&L tasks related to the launch are completed on time and on budget. * Manage inventory and establish controls to ensure Autoneum is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk. * Ensure overall accuracy of data within the PC&L function and with the company's enterprise software system (SAP). * Standardize the approach to packaging design and logistics execution to maximize its effectiveness and minimize its cost and environmental impact. * Passionately drive continuous improvement initiatives across all facets of the PC&L function. * Benchmark internally and externally, and drive the PC&L organization towards best-in-class performance. * As required, lead Experts Team to solve cross-functional process issues. * Forge excellent relationships with his/her superiors, peers and subordinates. Effectively interface with the other Autoneum functional areas, particularly with manufacturing, purchasing and program management. * Support and drive company initiatives, both regional and global, as required or as tasked. * Assess the capability of the current PC&L team, both in terms of individual performance as well as the current organizational structure and recommend and implement improvements. * In conjunction with the manufacturing plants, assess the root cause for shipments requiring premium freight and aggressively lead the steps necessary to reduce and eliminate expedited shipments. * Ensure that the existing PC&L systems/processes procedures are properly documented, communicated and respected. Work cross-functionally to improve or optimize these processes to reduce cost and drive improvements in performance and efficiency, with the goal of achieving a world-class level of performance. * Manage and monitor the performance of Autoneum's third-party logistics (3PL) provider to ensure the expected benefits are being realized. Education / Experience / Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field required; Preferrable with CPIM certificate, MBA preferred * 10+ years of related experience in a Tier-1 automotive environment required with increasing levels of responsibilities and an established track record of exceptional performance. * Professional expertise in leading the development and implementation of effective processes/systems in all areas of PC&L. * Proactive, ethical, high energy, hands-on manager, who excels in a fast paced, team-oriented environment. * Well-developed interpersonal skills necessary to function across all levels of the organization. * Ability to drill down into specific issues while not losing sight of the 'big picture', with a proven ability to toggle seamlessly between tactical needs and strategic objectives. * A strong affinity for the plant floor with a desire to be at the manufacturing plants as appropriate to understand first-hand the issues, challenges and opportunities, and to demonstrate a personal commitment to the success of each plant. * Proven, hands-on leadership ability with a track record of building highly functioning teams that effectively partner with the other functional areas of the company. * Be an effective coach and personal example for the PC&L function and must lead with an open, direct and candid communication style with the intensity necessary to meet and exceed objectives. * Demonstrate a total commitment to very high standards of integrity and business ethics. * Possess the agility and capability to work in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary global business environment. Language / Reasoning Ability * Fluent in English. * Excellent communications skills, both spoken and written. * Ability to analyze and interpret complex documents. * Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Math Ability * Strong math skills required Computer Skills * SAP experience preferred, Microsoft Office products Ability to travel up to 1-2 weeks per month within the North American region, with the ability to travel more extensively while assimilating into the organization as a new employee. Are you excited to work in a global and multi-cultural work environment and are you looking for an inspiring and engaging workplace? Then we are looking forward to receiving your application. Apply now

The Director of Logistics is responsible for developing and managing a best-in-class distribution and transportation network that meets the needs of customers, provides competitive advantage to support profitable growth strategy and focuses on continuous improvements to quality, productivity, cost reduction and overall performance. The Director of Logistics will be responsible for the centrally led functions of Transportation, Distribution Operations, Risk Management, Operational Analysis and Industrial Engineering . Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Deliver strategic direction on competitive cost advantage to all business units with emphasis on revenue growth, quality and performance to the customer. Partner with Independent Business Regions to profitably grow top line with new business in the consumer goods space Spearhead the development of strategic supply chain management plans to position the business on a path of continuous improvement in meeting customer requirements, technology, network design, operating cost and overhead costs with the execution led in the field. Drives the processes, metrics and controls across the supply chain that will enable the company to become #1 in supply performance with customers by delivering on financial commitments to the business. Utilizes and requires use of, appropriately detailed financial analysis in business cases to be used for approval of capital appropriations, sourcing decisions, network analysis, cost reduction projects, etc. Direct responsibility for supply chain network design, cross region performance improvement projects at the distribution centers, oversight of transportation, , fleet operations support and freight bill management. Develop people by encouraging others to pursue opportunities for growth and development, soliciting feedback to improve own performance and proactively mentoring and coaching a diverse pool of current and future leaders. Job Requirements: Extensive knowledge of supply chain operating systems, performance metrics and analytical approaches and tools Ten (10) years experience in complex supply chain networks, including direct operational responsibility for distribution centers and transportation operations, preferred Proven ability to lead diverse teams to achieve cost, quality, and time to market commitments Experience participating in or leading a significant change initiative and managing across disciplines, functions or other organizational boundaries. Experience with budgeting processes - development of a complex annual operating plan and execution to the plan on a period-by-period basis Cross-functional experience in Merchandising, Marketing, Retail Operations, Finance and Program Management desired Experience recruiting, managing, retaining and developing current and future leaders in the organization.

About Horse Powertrain Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero. Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is based in Detroit, MI USA, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain's other sites. Why join us? At Horse Powertrain, you'll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you're ready to create excellence with us, you'll be appreciated and rewarded. What you'll be doing As Procurement Director (USA), you will build Horse Powertrain's North American procurement organization from the ground up-driving localization, competitive cost development, and supplier industrialization to enable our growth in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Reporting hierarchically to the Regional Managing Director - North America and functionally to the VP Direct Material, you will act as the key bridge between the China development hub and U.S. operations, leading sourcing decisions, developing local suppliers, and ensuring launch-ready industrialization. This role is expected to evolve into Regional Head of Procurement - North America as the business scales. * Define the localization roadmap and procurement strategy for North America, including scope, targets, timelines, and resourcing. * Lead supplier scouting across the U.S. and Mexico: market mapping, capability assessment, benchmarking, and leveraging China supplier synergies. * Run end-to-end industrialization sourcing: RFI/RFQ, cost evaluation, bidder list approval, and supplier selection. * Lead commercial negotiations and contracting to secure competitive quotations and cost-down opportunities within regional budget. * Validate supplier feasibility, quality readiness, and compliance with HORSE standards (incl. automotive quality requirements). * Drive supplier onboarding and industrialization/launch readiness: milestone tracking, PO release, build readiness, and change/cost follow-up. * Serve as Procurement lead in U.S. localization programs-partnering with Program, R&D Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, and Sales. * Manage cross-border alignment with China teams on product/tooling/engineering interfaces; act as escalation point for supplier development topics. * Build the regional procurement capability (initially 3-4 staff, scaling into a full regional organization over time). What we're looking for * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Commercial, or Business Administration. * 12+ years of automotive procurement experience (OEM or Tier-1 preferred), ideally with powertrain direct material exposure. * Strong track record in localization projects, supplier development, and cross-border sourcing/program industrialization. * Solid understanding of powertrain systems and automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO) and procurement toolsets. * Strong knowledge of the North American automotive ecosystem (OEMs and Tier-1/2 suppliers). * Prior exposure to China suppliers/systems/manufacturing sites strongly preferred; comfortable with frequent travel to China and supplier sites (incl. extended initial assignment). * Proven strength in cost benchmarking, quotation execution, and negotiation; high commercial acumen. * Ability to operate hands-on as an initial "one-person build" and then scale a team; entrepreneurial, growth-oriented mindset. * Fluent English and Mandarin (written and spoken); strong cross-cultural communication and stakeholder management. Equal opportunities employer As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply for our job vacancies. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Let's explore the possibilities together. Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at ************************ Department Procurement Locations Detroit Contact Heimo Knothe Global Talent Acquisition Manager - Human Resources About Horse Powertrain At Horse Powertrain, we're known for being caring, collaborative people with a global mindset, a passion for innovation and a drive to create excellence. Join us on our journey.

Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero. Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is based in Detroit, MI USA, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain's other sites. Why join us? At Horse Powertrain, you'll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you're ready to create excellence with us, you'll be appreciated and rewarded. What you'll be doing As Procurement Director (USA), you will build Horse Powertrain's North American procurement organization from the ground up-driving localization, competitive cost development, and supplier industrialization to enable our growth in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Reporting hierarchically to the Regional Managing Director - North America and functionally to the VP Direct Material, you will act as the key bridge between the China development hub and U.S. operations, leading sourcing decisions, developing local suppliers, and ensuring launch-ready industrialization. This role is expected to evolve into Regional Head of Procurement - North America as the business scales. Define the localization roadmap and procurement strategy for North America, including scope, targets, timelines, and resourcing. Lead supplier scouting across the U.S. and Mexico: market mapping, capability assessment, benchmarking, and leveraging China supplier synergies. Run end-to-end industrialization sourcing: RFI/RFQ, cost evaluation, bidder list approval, and supplier selection. Lead commercial negotiations and contracting to secure competitive quotations and cost-down opportunities within regional budget. Validate supplier feasibility, quality readiness, and compliance with HORSE standards (incl. automotive quality requirements). Drive supplier onboarding and industrialization/launch readiness: milestone tracking, PO release, build readiness, and change/cost follow-up. Serve as Procurement lead in U.S. localization programs-partnering with Program, R&D Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, and Sales. Manage cross-border alignment with China teams on product/tooling/engineering interfaces; act as escalation point for supplier development topics. Build the regional procurement capability (initially 3-4 staff, scaling into a full regional organization over time). What we're looking for Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Commercial, or Business Administration. 12+ years of automotive procurement experience (OEM or Tier-1 preferred), ideally with powertrain direct material exposure. Strong track record in localization projects, supplier development, and cross-border sourcing/program industrialization. Solid understanding of powertrain systems and automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO) and procurement toolsets. Strong knowledge of the North American automotive ecosystem (OEMs and Tier-1/2 suppliers). Prior exposure to China suppliers/systems/manufacturing sites strongly preferred; comfortable with frequent travel to China and supplier sites (incl. extended initial assignment). Proven strength in cost benchmarking, quotation execution, and negotiation; high commercial acumen. Ability to operate hands-on as an initial “one-person build” and then scale a team; entrepreneurial, growth-oriented mindset. Fluent English and Mandarin (written and spoken); strong cross-cultural communication and stakeholder management. Equal opportunities employer As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply for our job vacancies. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Let's explore the possibilities together. Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at ************************

The Capacity Planning Manager for Dealer Fixed Operations is responsible for analyzing, forecasting, and optimizing the operational capacity of dealership service departments. This role ensures that dealer resources-including stall count, technician staffing, advisor staffing, and service throughput-are balanced to meet customer demand and reduce service wait times. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in automotive fixed operations to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Dealer Stall Count Management: Evaluate current and future stall requirements based on forecasted service volumes and recommend adjustments to maximize resource utilization. Technician Capacity Analysis: Track and analyze dealer technician staffing levels, identifying gaps and partnering with management to ensure optimal technician-to-stall ratios. Service Advisor Capacity: Assess advisor staffing needs relative to service demand and customer engagement, ensuring efficient customer flow and communication. Throughput Optimization: Monitor and improve dealer throughput by analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying bottlenecks, and implementing best practices for process efficiency. Days to Wait Reduction: Analyze and report on service appointment lead times, collaborating with dealership leadership to reduce days-to-wait and enhance customer experience. Forecasting and Planning: Use historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics to forecast capacity requirements and develop strategic staffing and facility plans. Reporting and Communication: Prepare regular reports and presentations for leadership, providing actionable insights and recommendations on capacity planning and operational improvements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with service management, HR, and training teams to ensure alignment of staffing, development, and operational goals. Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.