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Transportation Supply Chain Planner

Magna International, Inc

Newaygo, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Business Strategy, Cargo/Freight, Computer Skills, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Database Administration, Inventory Costs, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Marine Cargo, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Off-Site Storage, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, Transportation Planning, Transportation Regulations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Warehousing
LOCATION
Newaygo, Michigan
POSTED
30+ 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:

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Analyzes corporate transportation and warehousing methods and procedures to develop the most economically advantageous and efficient means of receiving products from our suppliers. Procures and oversees external truck transportation services and ensures compliance with US and local transportation regulations. Identifies and implements consolidation efforts to ensure that most economical means of shipping are utilized for all inbound material. Conducts ongoing review of all milk runs and adjusts as needed to maintain lowest cost option. Evaluates all oversea ocean shipments to ensure optimal container utilization on quarterly basis. Reviews ocean freight costs on monthly basis for review with each of divisions. Audits SSUI on monthly basis for any exceptions to standard shipping practice and works with divisions on corrective actions when exceptions occur. Sources and monitors all external warehousing to ensure most competitive options is utilized. Identify and implement improvement plans for all shipments between Mirror divisions to increase utilization and reduce number of shipments. Conducts analysis on cost/benefit of external warehousing. Champion overall inbound freight cost reduction efforts across the divisions. Monitor and drive supply base to on time delivery scores. Monitor / Track and eliminate component stock-outs.

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work is complex and difficult in character and requires strong supply chain background and broad business knowledge in addition to data analysis skills. Work involves independent problem solving and decision making with general direction given on project objectives and broad guidance from corporate strategy and goals. Exercises considerable latitude in determining specific project objectives and approaches to assignment. Involves close collaboration with division materials management and purchasing teams.

  • Analyzes corporate transportation and distribution methods and procedures to develop and utilize the most economically advantageous and efficient means of receiving product. Procures and oversees external truck fleet/transportation services. Manages offsite warehouse storage / Milk runs
  • Manages and sources ocean transportation for Mirrors NA to optimize costs, inventory, and container utilization. Ensures compliance with US and international regulations. Creates and monitors an "Ocean burn-out" data base to ensure on-time ocean deliveries / containers / rail / truck
  • Evaluates all the Mirrors NA milk run truck shipments on monthly basis and makes adjustments as needed to frequency and timing of pickups.
  • Leads the cost reduction efforts for inbound freight and closely works with materials and purchasing teams at each division to implement savings projects.
  • Conducts analysis on total warehouse cost both internal and external and recommends improvements to divisions.
  • Monitors supply base for On-time delivery and creates tracking reports to share with cross-function teams.
  • Drives supply base to on-time delivery by using a scoring system.
  • Monitors and tracks purchased component stock-outs to drive elimination.
  • Continually creates / implements cost savings solutions around full Supply Chain Value Stream.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of Associates Degree strongly recommended
  • Always conducts business activities in a professional manner with neutrality and fairness.
  • Strong Excel / Computer skills required. Database creation and monitoring required.
  • Minimum five years professional level experience in the areas of Supply Chain / Logistics.
  • Demonstrated broad understanding of transportation principles, practices, and p

About the Company

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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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