Supply Planning and Inventory Optimization Lead
Imagine Your First 90 Days
You walk into a planning huddle where the master production schedule mirrors business priorities. Material availability is transparent, inventory is right-sized, and teams are aligned. At GKN—where ingenuity, collaboration, principled leadership, and drive define our culture—you help make this scenario the everyday reality.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and coach the site’s production planning team
- Own the SIOP cycle and master production schedule, connecting strategy to execution
- Translate demand and material positions into reliable daily/weekly production plans
- Monitor performance, trigger corrective actions, and communicate outcomes to stakeholders
- Advance planning processes and eliminate waste through continuous improvement
- Embed safety, quality, and compliance into every planning routine
- Partner across Operations, Procurement, Engineering, and Quality to achieve business targets
What You Need
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related; 3–6 years in production planning or supply chain; practical experience with SIOP, MPS, and ERP; strong planning discipline and performance management
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business; leadership experience in manufacturing; lean and change management exposure; advanced analytics and reporting expertise
How You Work
You thrive on cross-functional collaboration, turning constraints into plans that deliver. You influence with data, coach with clarity, and maintain a relentless focus on operational excellence.
Proficiencies
- Supplier Management
- Supplier Negotiation Experience
Ready to Lead?
If you’re a proactive planner who enjoys orchestrating schedules, optimizing inventory, and elevating team performance, this role is your next step.
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