Senior Director, Industrial Solutions

Magna International, Inc

Troy, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Automotive Technology, Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ecosystems, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Establish Priorities, Industry Standards, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Needs Assessment, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, People Management, Performance Analysis, Plant Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Manufacturing, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Management, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Time Management

LOCATION

Troy, Michigan

POSTED

9 days ago

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Magna is more than one of the world's largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities:

Salary: Starting at $160,000 USD
Immediate, Open position

The Senior Director Industrial Solutions at Magna IT is responsible for leading the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Logistics Execution Systems (LES) across all Magna plants worldwide.

This role requires a strong understanding of industrial processes, technology solutions, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Major Responsibilities

1. Strategy and Planning:

- Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to develop a strategic roadmap for industrial solutions, aligning with Magna's business objectives.

- Identify and prioritize technology requirements, ensuring alignment with plant operations and corporate goals.

- Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

2. Solution Implementation and Management:

- Lead the planning and resourcing of projects and support for ERP, EDI, LES and MES

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system configurations, workflows, and data integration requirements.

- Ensure successful deployment of industrial solutions, meeting project timelines, budget, and quality standards.

- Monitor system performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary enhancements.

3. Team Leadership and Collaboration:

- Lead a team of industrial solution experts, providing guidance, coaching, and support.

- Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination of industrial solution initiatives.

- Work closely with plant managers, operations leaders, and other stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges.

4. Stakeholder Management:

- Build strong relationships with plant managers, operations leaders, and other key stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges.

- Act as a trusted advisor, providing guidance and recommendations on system enhancements and process improvements.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination of industrial solution initiatives.

5. Compliance and Risk Management:

- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and data privacy requirements.

- Identify and mitigate risks associated with industrial solutions, implementing appropriate controls and security measures.

- Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to conduct regular assessments and audits.

Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

- Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT leadership roles, with a focus on industrial solutions, ERP, EDI, MES, and LES.

- Strong knowledge of industrial processes, manufacturing operations, and supply chain management.

- Proven experience in successfully implementing and managing ERP, EDI, MES, and LES systems in a manufacturing environment.

- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

- Experience in managing projec

About the Company

Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Automotive and Parts Mfg

FOUNDED

1957

WEBSITE

http://www.magna.com/

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