Manager, Distribution Planning

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WORK MODEL

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

• The Manager, Distribution Planning is responsible for developing and maintaining interdepartmental coordination between D&I, Plants, Sales Planning, Business Strategy, PLM, and Regions. This requires a deep understanding of SAP as well as distribution/allocation processes, production ordering, and pipeline data analytics. The position impacts "mission critical" business processes that directly impact corporate cash flow, dealer relations, and legal compliance as pertains to production ordering/allocation. Accuracy, completeness, and understanding of the complexity of linked processes is essential to successfully execute this position.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement to coordinate and facilitate meetings with the regions/HQ to discuss key topics impacting ordering, allocation, and inventory. Serves as mentor and trainer to junior personnel within the Distribution Planning team. Acts as backup for the Distribution Senior Manager in all aspects of departmental management. Oversee, coordinate, and report out on new model year setups.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Duties assigned by management include, but are not limited to: PO management, inventory tracking, regional/HQ interface, and plant affiliate interface.

o Daily interface with regions, plants and other departments.

o Significant support of regional distribution staff.

o Primary coordinator of data and relationships between National Distribution, Regional Distribution, and Plants.

o Management and oversight of production allocation timing and execution.

o Coordinating with Sr. Manager on monthly PO cycle, region shares, trim mix management, and fleet/retail channel mix.

o On a weekly basis, monitor PO status and adjustments as required by plants.

o Complete assigned PO tracking reports.

o Responsible to support regional/HQ staff with PO status inquiries and system issues.

o Input and implementation of data in support of new model launches.

o Oversight of all new model launch setup in system.

o Dialogue with HMA internal and external departments.

o Generate reports for management directly related to business operations.

• Responsible for approving Time Off Requests for Distribution Planning team direct reports.
• Responsible for approving Equipment/Software requests for direct reports.
• Responsible for completing the Performance Goals/Evaluations for direct reports.
• Provide management with quality information and recommendations to facilitate decision making.
• Use advanced knowledge to mentor, coach, and develop subordinates; take appropriate action to ensure department efficiency and effectiveness.
• Backup and support to the Distribution Planning Senior Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Six or more years of automotive experience.
• Three years of vehicle distribution experience preferred.
• Demonstrated abilities in SAP.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft applications, are essential.
• Must have high level Excel, SAP, and project management skills.
• Detail oriented, excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Advanced math skills.
• Organized individual with strong attention to detail.
• Able to handle multiple responsibilities.
• Good interpersonal skills, oral communication skills and writing skills.
• Self-directed team player.
• Ability to develop and analyze reports.
• Manage competing priorities in a time pressured environment.
• Ability to interact with various departments effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Compensation Range: $91,000 - $130,000 annual base salary
• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(K) company match
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program - eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
• Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits)

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our hiring process please visit our How We Hire page.

OTHER DETAILS

• Physical requirements: Normal office duties

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