Vice President Logistics (m/f/d)

Brose•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

As a successful family-owned company on a path to global growth, the Brose Group offers challenging responsibilities and exciting career opportunities to performance-driven, skilled specialists with solid professional knowledge and proven career expertise who wish to contribute to our company’s success.

Requirements

University degree in Business Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Extensive leadership experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related function within an international manufacturing environment
In-depth knowledge of transportation, customs and foreign trade, packaging, materials management, material flow, logistics investments, and cost management
Strong understanding of regional governmental logistics regulations and compliance requirements
Experience with OEM logistics requirements and complex global supply chain environments
Proven expertise in SAP-supported logistics and supply chain processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
International and intercultural experience, with the ability to lead in a global business environment
Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Responsibilities

Lead and direct all aspects of the end-to-end value stream, from supplier base to customers, ensuring seamless material and information flows across the organization
Design, optimize, and manage upstream and downstream relationships with customers, suppliers, and other partners
Ensure timely, reliable, and cost-efficient supply service across all regions and production sites
Build, develop, and maintain a high-performing logistics leadership team at regional and plant level
Drive the implementation, standardization, and continuous improvement of logistics processes and tools, including SAP interfaces, system enhancements, and upgrade projects
Define, monitor, and support the achievement of supply chain and logistics performance targets
Ensure effective integration of material and information flows throughout the supply chain
Oversee Customs and Foreign Trade operations, ensuring compliance with local regulations and implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies
Develop and optimize regional and global transportation networks to improve efficiency, service levels, and costs
Support logistics planning and cross-functional plant teams to ensure successful product launches and operational ramp-ups
Review and approve logistics concepts and decision releases for customer projects
Review and approve logistics investments, budget plans, and cost forecasts for plants and projects
Communicate regional logistics performance and key initiatives to regional and global senior management