The Material Flow Engineering Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for designing,
optimizing, and executing the end-to-end material supply chain, from external suppliers directly to the
assembly line. The primary goal is to ensure material availability to meet high-volume production targets
while maintaining efficiency and safety. This role requires a technical leader capable of navigating
ambiguity, driving cross-functional strategy, and implementing "first-principles" engineering solutions
across the global footprint.
Key Responsibilities
â Advanced Automation and AI Strategy:
â Lead automation of supply chain logistics and high-impact projects that bridge the gap
between physical logistics and digital intelligence.
â Leverage Artificial Intelligence and advanced automation to predict bottlenecks before
they happen and optimize throughput in real-time.
â Direct the deployment and integration of material handling automation, including
Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems
(ASRS), and conveyor systems.
â Strategy and Optimization:
â Lead the development, modeling, and analysis of material flow strategies (e.g.,
sequencing, batching, storage) to achieve optimal cost, space utilization, and throughput.
â Develop models to analyze the cost, throughput, and space factors for part sequencing,
material batching, intermediate storage locations, and other material flow strategies.
â Data & Systems Architecture:
â Oversee the optimization and maintenance of cross-functional databases to ensure data
integrity for material tracking and inventory control.
â Collaborate with IT to architect and implement digital systems tailored to support evolving
operational requirements.
â Configure control cycles and logic for FLP and PACE systems to automate material
replenishment triggers.
â Strategize IT hardware requirements and oversee the deployment of technology
interfaces across the production floor.
â Engineering & Layout Design:
â Oversee the creation of efficient, Lean, and safe factory layouts and material flow plans,
covering all processes from receiving through delivery to the production line.
â Design high-efficiency warehouse layouts, including kitting cells, AGV pathways, and
optimized material supply routes.
â Specify and integrate material handling assets, including tuggers, AGVs, forklift and
custom-engineered racking systems.
â Partner with Manufacturing Engineering (MEs) to engineer material delivery solutions
(dollies, lift tables, GFRs) that align with specific packaging ergonomics.
â Engage with the Continuous Improvement (CI) team to prototype innovative equipment
and optimize process cycle times.
â Resource & Project Management:
â Manage cross-functional project teams, vendor relationships (LLP), and project timelines
to successfully deliver on safety, quality, and production metrics.
â Conduct data-driven workload analysis to determine precise Headcount (HC)
requirements and labor allocation.
â Lead formal 'buy-off' procedures with Operations to ensure new processes meet safety,
ergonomic, and throughput standards.
â Drive project momentum through weekly status reporting, cross-functional alignment
meetings, and proactive bottleneck escalation.
â Documentation & Standard Work:
â Author comprehensive Work Instructions (SOPs) and Job Cards to standardize tasks and
minimize process variation.
â Provide subject matter expertise during the conceptual phases of new projects to ensure
'Design for Logistics' principles are applied.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
â Experience: preferably of 5 to 10 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing OEM’s,
logistics, or supply chain engineering, with at least 5 years in a formal supervisory or leadership
capacity.
â Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related
field.
â Technical Proficiency:
â 2+ years’ experience with data-based development of end-to-end supply chain, logistics,
and/or material flow processes for high volume, high complexity production or logistics
facilities.
â Demonstrated skill in CAD software (AutoCAD) for layout planning, including 2+ years’
experience.
â Strong capability in data analysis tools (Excel/Google Sheets) and analytical ability to
break down complex problems and data sets to derive meaningful, actionable results.
â Hands-on experience with key manufacturing and logistics systems, such as
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), or
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
â Core Skills: Exceptional analytical abilities, proven leadership qualities, and strong
communication skills necessary to navigate and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
