Assistant Manager, Planning

Overview

The Logistics Planning Assistant Manager oversees material control, operating standards, inventory management, and inbound/in-house logistics flow. This role involves planning and managing the logistics flow, processes, and operational efficiency of the production logistics site. Responsibilities include designing the on-site layout, preparing and purchasing required equipment, and calculating the necessary workforce.

Responsibilities

(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Support to design logistics equipment (Rack, High-rack, special rack, cart, in-house package, and dolly)
• improve and maintain the IT systems used in logistics procedures, including the MES
• Design and planning all of workflow including Loading/unloading, Package waste, OS&D, feeding foolproof, and incoming inspection.
• Analyze man-hours and input equipment for the logistics plan
• Develops ongoing strategic analyses across supply chain activities and set up a contingency plan
• Manage and monitor metrics for Monthly/Weekly logistics reports (stock level, logistic cost, downtime, shortage)
• Managing Cost budget (Investment, Expense)
• Maintain updated logistics information (Logistics Master)
• Managing Supplier delivery Evaluation/Claim and improvement
• Managing Logistics Standard (Packaging, Shipping Label, Rack Label, Sign)
• Managing and maintenance logistics property (PIV, Cage, Rack, Charger)
• Managing and deciding Stock target level considering warehouse space with Purchasing team
• Coordinate comprehensive preparations for logistics changes related to new vehicle launches
• Develop and implement continuous improvement ideas (GBM system)
• Perform all other duties assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes

Qualifications

(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required and preferred for this position.)

 

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry-specific experience preferred
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience in Just in Sequence Logistics field in the Automotive industry
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of supervisory or leadership experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Comprehensive critical thinking skills across logistics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• SAP, (MM), MES experience desired
• Other tasks assigned

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• None Required

 

Working Conditions:

• Position hours: 6:00am to 2:30pm, plus overtime & weekends as needed (Subject to Change)
• Walking the production floor
• Occasional travel as needed