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Associate Materials Planning & Control
Description
Introduction:
Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.
We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, & Ecovadis Platinum. We can\`t wait to get to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.
What awaits you:
- Inventory management: cycle counts, root cause analysis, accuracy, right safely stock, risk management
- Coordination of engineering changes, launches, phase out, and end of production
- Customer demand plan long term
- Long term production planning
- Schedule attainment of production planning
- Monitor special freight costs, root cause analysis, preventive actions to avoid recurrence
- Monitor supplier deliveries and issue BCAQ when not compliant
- Communicate issues in planning, supply to involved department
- Work with supplier network to resolve crisis issues and ensure on-time delivery
- Participate in regional scheduler's network
Qualifications
What you'll need to succeed:
- University Degree with focus on production and logistic is desired
- Experience in the automotive sector is desired
- Work experience in production planning is needed
- Experience with SAP CDP-MM-PP
- English language skills are required
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Kautex
Primary Location: US-Michigan-Detroit
Job Function: Supply Chain
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 02/19/2026, 1:44:35 PM
Job Number: 339320