Production Control & Material Management Assistant Manager

Hyundai MOBIS•Blythewood, SC

About The Position

The Production Control & Material Management Assistant Manager is a member of the Production Management Department at Mobis South Carolina Electrified Powertrain (MSCe). This role is responsible for end-to-end production planning, BOM and engineering change management, procurement operations, ERP/master data governance, inventory control, customs compliance, and supplier performance management. The position ensures accurate production and material planning, maintains system and master data integrity, supports new model launches and engineering changes, secures stable supply through strategic sourcing and procurement activities, and drives operational excellence through KPI management, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and continuous process improvement. The role collaborates closely with customers, suppliers, logistics providers, and internal cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted production, inventory optimization, regulatory compliance, and achievement of business objectives. MOBIS Corporate Center America will be aiding in the hiring process for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in production control, procurement, or supply chain operations (automotive preferred)
Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP MM preferred)
Experience with supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost control
Knowledge of import/export processes and customs regulations
Must be able to establish performance expectations and hold Team Members accountable for meeting annual goals and objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
Proven experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Experience in automotive OEM or Tier-1 environment
Knowledge of CKD, JIT/JIS supply chain operations
Experience with duty drawback, tariff programs, and trade compliance

Responsibilities

Monitor and Manage production plans (Daily, Weekly, Monthly and so on).
Establish and suggest plant operation plan based on production plan change, irregular order or any other unexpected circumstance.
Production plan adjustment with Customer if necessary.
Develop an annual working calendar aligned with the customer’s production plan.
Maintain JIS lead time information.
Receive and distribute vehicle build plans and BOM for each new model phase from the OEM.
Prepare and distribute specification management documents for each development phase of new vehicles, as well as part lists by individual unit.
Receive and distribute phase specific EO cut-off documentation from the OEM production control dept.
Validate alignment between drawings, BOM, and physical parts prior to each phase gate or event build input.
Maintain and update ERP master for individual parts.
Analyze BOM discrepancies and manage BOM accuracy rate.
Analyze and manage engineering changes, including impact assessment and implementation tracking.
Conduct meeting to review and confirm implementation timing of engineering changes and specifications.
Determine EPI and manage old vs new model inventory during engineering change implementation.
Manage and track long-pending engineering changes to ensure timely resolution and implementation.
Develop and maintain the EPI system.
Maintain and update material master data in the ERP system.
Manage and monitor backlog to ensure timely resolution and execution in the ERP system.
Register and maintain MES master date (vehicle models, production lines, processed, operations, and standard work time, etc).
Oversee and manage comprehensive KPIs, including CAPA, production output, line balancing efficiency, equipment utilization, HPM, downtime, first-pass yield, acceptance rate, and scrap rate.
Establish and periodically revise optimal order quantities and ordering cycles based on supplier-specific characteristics (lead time, packaging, logistics constraints).
Define and manage safety stock policies by supplier and part category.
Adjust procurement volumes in alignment with engineering changes (EO) and end-of-production timing to prevent obsolete inventory.
Develop sourcing and procurement strategies to ensure supply stability and cost efficiency.
Maintain and update purchasing views within ERP (including new part setup and periodic updates).
Manage supplier master data (new vendor registration, updates, and governance).
Maintain PO lead-time master data and scheduling parameters.
Manage Scheduling Agreements, Info Records, and Source Lists in ERP.
Support supplier EDI integration and transaction stability.
Support development and enhancement of MPIMS / MPOS systems and ensure system alignment with procurement processes.
Initiate approval workflows for purchase price changes through MPIMS.
Develop and manage ERP systems for retroactive cost adjustments and tracking.
Monitor and resolve GR/IR mismatches and implement corrective actions.
Support integration with corporate procurement systems.
Develop and manage in-house customs management systems within ERP.
Execute regular purchase orders based on supplier-specific procurement strategies.
Confirm order receipt and acknowledgment from suppliers.
Determine pick-up timing aligned with customer demand.
Coordinate and request parts pick-up and confirm logistics schedules.
Monitor shipment status in coordination with logistics providers.
Validate receipt quantities against purchase orders.
Manage discrepancies (packaging damage, quantity shortages, quality issues) and drive cross-functional claim processes.
Manage supplier payments and invoice verification.
Analyze retroactive cost impacts and negotiate settlements with suppliers.
Monitor and ensure transmission of schedule line-based orders.
Establish regular supplier pick-up schedules and optimize logistics flow.
Determine weekly pick-up quantities and timing.
Coordinate transportation requests and monitor delivery status.
Validate inbound quantities versus purchase orders.
Resolve issues related to packaging, shortages, and quality through cross-functional coordination.
Manage supplier payments and settlement processes.
Analyze retroactive price changes and negotiate with suppliers.
Select and manage customs brokers and ensure service performance.
Manage HTS classification for all parts and ensure accurate customs declarations.
Provide necessary documentation and data for import/export clearance.
Ensure compliance with U.S. customs regulations, trade laws, and import/export requirements.
Monitor and manage duty payments, tariff impacts, and compliance risks.
Identify opportunities for duty optimization (e.g., duty drawback, FTA, special trade programs).
Analyze purchasing performance by supplier (cost, delivery, quality metrics).
Monitor and analyze customs duty payments and overall import costs.
Identify cost-saving opportunities across procurement and international logistics.
Lead initiatives for price reduction, cost avoidance, and process optimization.
Identify and mitigate supply risks, including supplier capacity, delays, and disruptions.
Lead supplier escalation and recovery actions to prevent production impact.
Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans.
Support supplier audits and compliance with contractual and operational requirements.
Monitor material surplus and shortages against OEM’s demand.
Manage material supply for mass production, CKD, pilot builds, and engineering change (EO) parts.
Define and manage optimal inventory coverage (days of inventory).
Lead and supervise Production Control & Material Management team members, including Buyers and Trade Compliance staff.
Oversee team performance, workload allocation, training, and capability development.
Conduct performance coaching and support employee development initiatives.
Drive cross-functional collaboration with Production, Logistics, Finance, Quality, and related departments.