What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Control/Logistics Manager position at Cooper Standard?
Position Summary:
The Materials, Production, and Logistics Manager supports the Plant Manager in driving operational performance and meeting business goals. This role oversees inventory, production planning, and logistics to ensure efficient material flow, timely delivery, and cost-effective operations. The manager also helps with budgeting, policy development, and continuous improvement efforts, while ensuring compliance with company standards and customer requirements.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Champion a culture of safety and ensure the health and well-being of all team members within the materials, production, and logistics functions.
- Lead and monitor inventory control processes, including cycle counts, to ensure accuracy and alignment with operational needs.
- Optimize inventory levels to support lean manufacturing and minimize waste, while ensuring uninterrupted production flow.
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that support efficient plant operations and robust materials management practices.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials and products to meet customer expectations.
- Manage key functions including shipping/receiving, scheduling, vendor releases, and MRP purchasing.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
- Ensure compliance with TS 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.
- Promote teamwork and a culture of accountability.
- Assist with budgeting, planning, and forecasting.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations and business objectives.
Education and Qualifications:
- Five to seven years of materials management experience with people leader responsibilities
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
- High-level capability with Microsoft Office, SAP and OEM customer portals
- Packaging/Containerization experience
- Experience with PFEP creation and implementation
- Tier 1 Experience supplying product to OEMs (preferred)
- Proven leadership and managerial skills, interpersonal skills, and personal development
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Technical knowledge in automotive manufacturing
- Strong organization skill
- Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary
Work Environment/Work Conditions:
- Professional Office Environment
- Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
- Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
- Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury
