Materials Planning & Controlling Supervisor II

Daimler Truck AGDetroit, MI
$104,000 - $133,000Hybrid

About The Position

Key member of team that supports the Supply Chain functions of Production Planning, Scheduling, and Forecasting for all Detroit Powersystems components as well as interfacing with the aggregate customer and global network system. This position will manage projects that help steer the team strategy and culture. This includes leading the digitalization efforts to continuously improve on Supply Chain functions, as well as developing and overseeing cost reduction efforts and other miscellaneous projects. Critical contributor and development of the culture and collaboration with customer (TN), global and internal Detroit stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Requires a Bachelors degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • 5+ years in Supply Chain, Operations or extended Operations experience
  • 2+ years of project management experience and strong analytical skills, experience working in a matrixed global organization with cross-functional teams
  • Knowledge of current Trade Compliance regulations (USMCA, tariffs, customs and border)
  • Excellent track record in communicating verbally and in writing at all levels, both internally and with suppliers
  • Strong system and digital skills, including Microsoft and other ERP system proficiency

Nice To Haves

  • Understanding of Class 6 - 8 truck market and trends
  • Financial business case and budget experience

Responsibilities

  • Supports Forecasting, Planning, Network and Scheduling teams by steering and managing the execution of local Supply Chain strategy and culture
  • Drives enhancement of communication and collaboration with TN colleagues and global Network counterparts
  • Leads specific USMCA, tariff mitigation, and other Customs/Trade Compliance efforts within the Supply Chain team
  • Develop digital tools and systems support for process and efficiency improvements. Includes incorporating latest AI and Machine Learning trends.
  • Leads projects and strategy within the team to support continuous improvement and cost reduction activities
  • Drive change and improvement by collecting and analyzing available data
  • Assists in the planning and scheduling of the production requirements for Detroit engines, axles, transmissions and e-components
  • Development and updating of team KPI's and metrics to drive superior performance and results.
  • Recommend updates to production plan and forecasting based on research of market trends and latest demand movement
  • Primary cross-functional interface to connect with Vendor Scheduling, Transportation, and Launch & Change Mgmt teams

Benefits

  • annual bonus program
  • 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
  • starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
  • 13+ calendar holidays
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave
  • employee assistance program
  • comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
  • onsite fitness (at some locations)
  • tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
  • short-term and long-term disability plans
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