Area Manager- Material Planning and Logistics at Ford Global Career Site

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Planning, Logistics, Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Planning, Production Control, Safety, Quality, Cost Management, Team Building, Communication, Analytical Skills, Decision Making, Scheduling, Supply Chain Management, Change Control, New Model Launch

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Provide MP&L functional knowledge, including new model launch planning, change control, bill of material, parts follow-up, shop floor scheduling, inventory planning, cycle checking, distribution, logistics, material handling, packaging, and industrial material to support the plant manufacturing processes with production and nonproduction materials. Provides high-level management of MP&L floor operations and Production Control (office support) department Coach and counsel lean manufacturing behaviors and instill discipline in MP&L processes Meet material handling guidelines and regulations Review and evaluate future plans for expansion and/or modification of the plant's MP&L equipment, resources, and/or future facilities to determine the effect on MP&L operations Ensure proper salaried headcount and manpower is in place to support the business needs Develop department objectives, Master Schedule, Implementation Roadmaps Participate on plant's senior leadership Operating Committee Participate with Supply Chain Management, scheduling, customers, and plant when there are production critical supply issues Assure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance, Environment objectives and operating systems implementation Prioritize key issues and allocate resources accordingly Assure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), vehicle safety, ergonomics, housekeeping, etc., practices are being planned and adhered to Represent MP&L employees in local personnel development committee and ensure there is a developmental plan for MP&L employees, proper compensation planning, and performance reviews completed Coach and counsel salaried employees as required Develop action plans to improve morale within the department Reports to the Plant Manager Supervises two management-level direct reports Established and active employee resource groups High school Degree or GED 10+ years progressive manufacturing and/or material handling experience Experience with high-level management of facility -wide material handling initiatives Experience supervising salaried employees, including managers Strong ability to interface with plant hourly personnel, salaried personnel, plant management, staff operations, logistics carriers, and production suppliers Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability Ability to work well under pressure and manage high-pressure situations when necessary Proficient in computer applications (MS Office Suite) Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in “One FORD” behaviors, including outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills Bachelor's Degree in or related to Material Handling, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Packing Engineering preferred Experience in scheduling, distribution, supply chain, inventory planning, bill of material, change control, new model launch, logistics, material handling line feed processes, nonproduction stores, material flow, FCSD, production and material management systems desired. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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 1-888-336-0660. LI-Onsite LI-OG1

Responsibilities

The Area Manager will provide functional knowledge in material planning and logistics to support plant manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include managing MP&L operations, coaching lean manufacturing behaviors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.