Manager Materials Planning and Logistics

Magna International • Mesa, ME

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About The Position

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility. As Manager of Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) you lead and optimize logistics operations across planning, warehousing, transportation, and production support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in automotive engineering or logistics
• Minimum 10 years of logistics experience, including leadership roles
• Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and logistics planning tools
• Strong leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and process management skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on operational excellence

Nice To Haves

• Lean logistics education and project management knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Materials, Planning and Logistics (MP&L) Management for our Magna Steyr division in Mesa.
• Build and lead a strong MP&L organization.
• Plan and establish robust processes to meet the needs of internal and external customers.
• Establish and further develop all necessary MP&L tools, methods and equipment to drive a lean logistics approach following the requirements of the Magna Factory Concept.
• Develop and lead a high-performing logistics team and implement standard operating procedures.
• Manage material flow from suppliers to production and finished goods.
• Ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective management of warehouse operations to support production and distribution needs.
• Work cross functional with manufacturing engineering, procurement, quality, IT and the customer to align logistics plans with project timelines and technical requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees