Inventory Senior Specialist at Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC

Anna, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Problem Solving, Decision-Making Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Written Communication Skills, Task Prioritization, Initiative, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Proficiency, Parts Flow Understanding, Logistics Knowledge, Delivery Systems Knowledge

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.” We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team. If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future! Job Purpose The Supply Chain Operations Department is responsible for the oversight, standardization, and technical leadership of the internal material handling operations at the Honda automobile powertrain and final assembly sites across North America. Specifically, the Inventory Sr Specialist role will lead inventory analysis and decision making with our contracted logistics companies, other Supply Chain management Departments, and the manufacturing plant, such as Assembly, Bumper Paint, Paint, Weld. This analysis covers inventory within the entire facility and supporting warehouses / trailer yards. Additional functions include leading onsite physical inventory activity when needed along with New Model and buildout activities. Key Accountabilities Maintain accuracy of systems required to support production (operation standards, parts, GCCS, GPCS) through complex inventory discrepancy analysis and validate department readiness to assure manufacturing achievement. Review/maintain daily reports then go to the spot (Genba) to understand situation, support action for resolution of issues and improvement opportunities. Lead mass production build-out for Major Model changes and below. Support Full Model change build outs. Lead new model launch activity to ensure quality and accuracy of data with minimal supply chain impact for event/mass production readiness. Manage and execute project related activity through Specified Action Plan (SAP) to ensure project strategy and activity is completed in a comprehensive and timely manner for project success, including capturing successes and failures into future models. Lead and/or Support in department initiatives such as business plan, FSI (loss elimination) to gain or share knowledge, promote continuous improvement and foster engagement. Develop and maintain professional communication networks with other facilities to share best practice, reduce duplicate workload, and collaboration activity. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, develop and execute activities / tasks to achieve strategic objectives, collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problems. Support physical inventory activity at site location. Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Minimum Educational Qualifications: Business Related Degree or equivalent relevant work experience Minimum Experience: 2+ years of experience in inventory management role/manufacturing experience Other Job-Specific Skills: Critical problem solving and decision-making skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks/ projects in order of importance. Willingness to take initiative. Solid organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Good understanding of parts flow, logistics, and delivery systems from a production aspect. Job Dimensions No. of Direct Reports: 0 No. of Indirect Reports: 0 Financial Dimensions: $10k-150k Minor/Major Model Change Buildout Budget Decisions Expected Evaluate data and determine course of action to resolve complex inventory errors Decide on optimal timing for mass production build out and new model launch SAP activity for minor/major model changes Make inventory adjustments within production systems Working Conditions Open office environment. Overtime hours required based on manufacturing schedule/build out/NM Launch Alternate shift times may be required based on business need to support manufacturing What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.) Paid Overtime Regional Bonus (when applicable) Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution Relocation assistance (if eligible) Career Growth: Advancement Opportunities Career Mobility Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning Training and Development programs Additional Offerings: Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Lifestyle Account Childcare Reimbursement Account Elder Care Support Wellbeing Program Community Service and Engagement Programs Product Programs Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Responsibilities

The Inventory Senior Specialist will lead inventory analysis and decision-making with contracted logistics companies and other Supply Chain management departments. This role includes maintaining system accuracy, leading mass production build-outs, and supporting new model launch activities.