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Kautex is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Kautex offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.textronjobs.com.

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, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

• Customer Management
  • Customer Interface - Primary contact for customers
  • Understanding customer forecast/call-offs/JIS processing
  • Monitor customer demand and understand large fluctuations
  • Adherence to all customer requirements and portal management
  • Customer scorecard management
  • Engineering change co-ordination
• Production scheduling
  • Create production schedule considering man/machine/material
  • Maintain target inventory levels
  • Escalate any deviations to schedule / additional OT required
  • Incorporate engineering changes into production schedule
• Component planning through SAP MRP software
  • SAP parameter setup and maintenance (lead time, safety stock, etc)
  • Distribution of supplier shipment requirements based on SAP demands
  • Component inventory level management
  • Management of obsolete parts
  • BOM creation and maintenance
• Component follow up
  • Supplier follow up to ensure shipments made to schedule
  • Carrier follow up to ensure delivery made to schedule
  • Development of recovery plans to overcome supply / demand issues
  • Setting up and follow up of expedited freight
  • Monitoring receiving of components
  • Issuing of BCAQs for supplier issues
• Inventory accuracy monitoring and corrective actions
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• Comply with all OSHA standards and Textron health & safety standards.
• Comply with all ISO 14001 standards, all TS 16949 standards, and all IATF 16949 standards.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or supply chain relevant discipline.
• Deep understanding of logistic processes and trends and coherences.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• 1+ year of automotive supply chain/materials management experience, or 3+ years of comparable experience in another industry
• Good presentation skills

Drive your own success story through technical and leadership development

Diverse global team with opportunities for cross-functional experiences

A competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Worldwide development opportunities
• Excellent working conditions