GKN Automotive

Plant Supply Chain Manager I

GKN Automotive  •  Celaya, MX (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Role Purpose

As a Plant Supply Chain Manager, you will lead the raw material planning team at the site, ensuring the timely availability of materials to support production schedules and meet customer demand while balancing inventory levels and supply constraints. You will play a key role in the monthly SIOP process, including demand and supply alignment, data analysis, and preparation, as well as overseeing material requirements planning (MRP) and supplier coordination

Key Responsibilities

    • Material Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage daily and weekly material supply plans, ensuring raw material availability to support production while optimizing inventory levels and resource allocation.
    • Raw Material Operations: Oversee and support operational activities related to material flow, including receiving, storage, and line supply, ensuring continuity and accuracy in supply processes.
    • Continuous Improvement: Analyze material planning and flow processes to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements that enhance availability, reduce waste, and optimize inventory.
    • Performance Management: Monitor team performance in material planning and supply execution, ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and adherence to quality standards.
    • Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with suppliers, production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure alignment in material availability and demand fulfillment.
    • Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with HSE standards in all material handling, storage, and logistics activities.
    • Leadership & Direction: Lead and guide the material planning team, aligning daily operations with plant objectives and supply chain strategy.
    • Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect and analyze material-related data (inventory, shortages, supplier performance) to support decision-making and improve planning accuracy.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
  • 3–6 years of experience in production planning or supply chain management.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Expertise in ERP systems, production planning, and resource optimization.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
  • Exposure to global automotive innovation and advanced technologies.
  • Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
GKN Automotive

About GKN Automotive

GKN Automotive is a world-leading global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. Its origins date back to 1759, and for the last 70 years it has been at the forefront of the automotive industry, putting key technologies into series production. It is the trusted partner for 90% of the world’s global automotive companies, specialising in developing, building, and supplying market-leading driveline systems and advanced ePowertrain technologies. It is the global leader in sideshafts, with eight out of ten of the world’s best-selling cars using its sideshaft technology. The first eDrive system was fitted to a production car over 20 years ago and GKN Automotive is now powering over two million electrified vehicles worldwide.

GKN Automotive is part of Dowlais, a specialist engineering group focused on the automotive sector.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1759
Website
gknautomotive.com
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