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 MATERIALS LEAD (S108) 

LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA),  Mexico | BRAND: Knorr-Bremse | REQUISITION ID: 11790 | JOB GRADE: 16  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

 

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse –the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles--New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join our KB Rail Mexico team  in our next steps.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

Prepares and coordinates Supply Chain Materials plans and schedules for new and existing product lines and programs (OE/AM). This highly visible position is responsible development of a Master Production Schedule (MPS) that strategically aligns Supply Chain resources to effectively execute the planned/forecasted build in a manner that maximizes resource utilization, plant efficiency, and on time delivery and product safety product. Supports and participates in daily LDM team meetings with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, and Plant Production Teams to resolve schedule issues and assesses the progress against established plans and commitments.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinates with Corporate Supply Chain and Planning to generate Master Plans that is aligned with inventory targets, forecasted demand, production, capacity, product launch dates, product ramp-ups and ramp-downs.
  • Leads Buyer/Planning Team to monitor Supply Base to ensure optimal material availability & anticipate shortages.
  • Coordinates and monitors cycle counting program for the manufacturing cells.
  • Participates in monthly Forecasting and SOP meetings with corporate.
  • Participate in Physical Inventory for the assigned Plant.
  • Monitor and report out past due dollars and units for specific SBU.
  • Monitor and report out customer delivery performance to meet SOP.
  • Member of the ECN committee, master data governance, control ECN roll-ups, request ECR’s to resolve bill of materials issues.
  • Coordinates with Management and supervisors to ensure actual production matches MPS considering new product launches/change.
  • Tracks and evaluates actual production versus planned, and updates MPS accordingly
  • Participates in operations meetings to review plant schedules, build performance, & to develop strategies to reduce production downtime and improve Customer Satisfaction
  • Knows and Communicates the need for product safety.
  • Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.

 

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Job is directly responsible for managing other employees. Co-ops or students may report to this position.

 

Knowledge:

 

  • Must have a strong materials and inventory background/knowledge base.
  • Knowledge of Six-Sigma tools and processes.  Greenbelt certification a plus
  • SAP knowledge required.
  • Excel skills a must.
  • Bi-lingual of Spanish and English required
  • Microsoft suite proficient.  Strong Microsoft Excel skills a must.
  • Analytical Skills.
  • Ability to manage and develop personnel.
  • Ability to identify problems, resolve and propose solutions to problems.
  • Motivated - Self Starter.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to present ideas.
  • 3-5 Years of experience in MRP and ERP systems.
  • Procurement exposure of different commodities (stampings, aluminum die casting, plastic injection, grey iron, fasteners…)
  • Effective negotiation

 

 Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in supply base management required.

 

Skills:

  • Demonstrated leadership and development skills with strong influence/interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills required
  • Innovated self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong Excel Skills a must and overall MS office

 

Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in supply base management.
  • APICS Certification (CPIM, CIRM) a plus

What does KB Rail Mexico have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs

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