Logistics Manager

Antolin

Logistics Manager

Kansas City, MO USA

Full Time

Who are we:

Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier; we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and cockpits, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands. In fact, Antolin equips nearly 600 vehicle models around the world.

With over 120 plants in 25 countries, Antolin has achieved this strong industry presence through over seventy years of working with our customers in order to develop a complete cycle of component manufacturing, from their conception and design, through the development and validation stages, to their industrialisation and sequenced delivery.

We are working hard on spearheading the transformation that the automotive industry is currently experiencing with regard to vehicle interiors by collaborating with our customers. We do so in order to develop more sustainable and technologically advanced vehicles that are also adapted to the new needs and requirements of their passengers.

As part of this transformation, Antolin is committed to a sustainable business model that focuses on and creates value for all its stakeholders, including its customers, employees, investors, suppliers, and society as a whole.

Mission:

As a Materials Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials within the organization. You will play a crucial role in optimizing inventory management processes to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate suppliers on the basis of delivery speed, price, and quality.

• Manage costs and quality throughout the supply chain.

• Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries that meet customer requirements.

• Collaborate with business partners to provide support during engineering changes and Launch Programs.

• Responsible for Bill of Materials (BOM) monitoring and audits.

• Responsible for Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system accuracy .

• Supervise Plant physical inventory events to maintain accurate records.

• Assure production and materials are accurate in automatic goods issues within ERP.

• Analyze financial reports, price proposals, and other information used to determine sensible pricing.

• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers.

• Monitor supplier product performance and deliveries.

• Develop and implement Material Department action plans.

• Oversee departmental training and upkeep of training records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in materials management or a related field - Proficiency in Warehouse and Inventory management practices

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

• Ability to effectively buy materials at competitive prices

• Familiarity with MRP systems for demand forecasting

• Strong skills in Supplier management and negotiation

• Experience with SAP or similar ERP software is a plus

What can we offer you:

You will be part of a highly engaged multinational with international career opportunities.

We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.

You will work on international projects for world- renowned companies in Automotive sector.

You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.

We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.

Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

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