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Form of workOur client is a global leader in the design, engineering, development and marketing of performance vehicles. We are looking for a seasoned MPL manager to join the team in this critical phase of growing company.
The Materials Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing the Planning, Ordering, Supply and Delivery of components to Production lines to ensure continuous production of vehicles, in addition to carrying a case load of active suppliers. The primary purpose of this role is to manage the two key pillars of the function being …. Supply & Material Planning – Translating Master Production Schedules into Component Ordering Logistics Planning & Management (Components) – Local and International (Sea & Air)
Responsiblities:
• Day-to-day oversight & motivation of Supply Chain / Material Planning Personnel to ensure achievement of the production schedule (i.e. all parts are in-store & available for ongoing production)
• Review & Monitor demand planning by the MRP including sensitivities due to MPS changes (and ensuring feasibility of any such changes)
• Monitor risks in the supply chain and facilitate risk mitigation activities to support continuous production
• Monitor & Assist Material Planners in their work with component and logistics suppliers to ensure timely ordering, freight and delivery of components
• Report to WAG Management on component delivery risk status and mitigation strategies
• Oversee the Logistics Planning function including freight bookings, freight management, freight supplier escalation (land, sea & air) – Main Operations Point of Contact for Freight Company
• Develop and execute alternative freight plans (where required)
• Monitor & Report on Production Inventory across the WAG business
• Assist the Warehouse & Finance Teams in resolution of Delivery & Invoice discrepancies (Receiving, Receipting, Containers, Inventory Storage, Line Feeding, Cycle Counting, Waste, MHE, Packaging/Dunnage
• Execute elements the component re-manufacturing process
• Execute Change Management actions (Break Points & Obsolescence)
• Escalate to the Procurement Manager, any Supplier expediting required to facilitate urgent supply
• Facilitate Material Supply Issues Resolution on daily basis – liaise with material planners (internal), suppliers (external) and freight providers for response to daily materials issues that could impact production throughput
• Standardised weekly reporting to the Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Director.
• Work with Program Procurement Managers to ensure timely delivery of New Model Program Materials & Production deliverables
• Manage and present metrics for the above.
• Chair internal meetings with key stakeholders to review short term and medium-term supply chain risks
Qualifications and Experience:
• Experience in Material Planning & Logistics with a minimum of 10 years experience in related fields
• Must be familiar with Automotive Manufacturing and associated processes
Skills Required:
• Excellent understanding of international and local supply chain processes
• Sound knowledge of ERP systems.
• Management Reporting & Data Analytics with attention to detail (see the issues before they happen).
• Confident communication capabilities - Excellent verbal and written and Presentation skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
• Experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment
• Demonstrate the ability to build a thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
You must have full working rights in Australia to apply, for a confidential enquiry contact Wen Shan, Senior Consultant 0467818774.
