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LOCATION: Huntington/Indiana (US-IN),United States|BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 11169| JOB GRADE:15

|ON-SITE/REMOTE:On-site

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for supply chain execution to ensure customer delivery excellence, optimal inventory performance, and efficient material flow across manufacturing and distribution. This position establishes and executes supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, risk mitigation, and customer satisfaction.

The Supply Chain Manager will lead the functions of Production Planning, Inventory Management, and Material Flow while collaborating closely with Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Human Resources.

• Develop and execute the plant supply chain vision, strategy, goals, and objectives aligned with business priorities.
• Lead annual reviews of organizational structure, talent development, and succession planning to ensure organizational effectiveness.
• Establish a culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement.
• Drive data-based decision making through KPI reviews, visual management, and performance management systems.

• Ensure uninterrupted material availability to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Lead and optimize planning processes including:
• Master Production Scheduling (MPS)
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)
• Capacity Planning
• Inventory Management
• Drive inventory optimization while maintaining service level targets.
• Support new product introductions, business growth initiatives, and supplier transitions.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks associated with suppliers, logistics, capacity constraints, geopolitical events, and material shortages.
• Partner with purchasing and sourcing teams to develop alternate supplier strategies and business continuity plans.
• Support cost reduction and productivity initiatives through supplier collaboration and value engineering.
• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives across supply chain functions.
• Improve material flow, warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, and planning effectiveness.
• Eliminate waste, reduce lead times, and improve overall supply chain responsiveness.
• Utilize digital tools and analytics to improve operational visibility.

• Influence cross-functional partners and manage expectations of leadership to meet SCE objectives.
• Conduct frequent SCE-wide reviews to ensure appropriate actions are being taken
• Manage areas of Production Planning of the Huntington facility OE, Remanufacturing, and Aftermarket Kitting businesses.
• Responsible for SIOP and Inventory Management.
• Drive and achieve plant performance goals and objectives including Delivery and Inventory, Backlog Performance.
• Provide clear direction and priorities for department members including the establishment of individual goals and training plans through the Performance and Growth process.
• Establish daily tools to drive accountability and informed decision-making to the appropriate level.
• Create boundary-less materials organization to support Purchasing Team in supplier transitions and assure customer satisfaction through product distribution and manufacturing.
• Posture people and systems to support new business growth opportunities.
• Work closely with other Leadership team members in support of Safety, Quality, Operations, HR and Finance objectives.
• Nourish cooperative, team-based environment.
• Support inter-site cooperation to achieve BCVS goals and objectives.
• Support Product Safety Management and execute activities defined in Quality Procedure Q-01-002

• Strategically inclined
• Overall systematic view
• Strong Problem-Solving skills
• Organizational skills
• Purchasing and production planning expertise
• Risk identification and mitigation skills
• Works well under pressure
• Team building
• Demonstrated knowledge of Materials and Supply Chain Management, MRP system, SIOP, JIT, Lean Manufacturing, Direct Line Delivery, and QS9000.
• Enthusiastic and approachable.
• Ability to drive changes from concept to completion across functional boundaries.
• Successful continuous improvement through innovation and problem-solving skills.
• Sound communication skills: presentation, writing, and oral.
• Mature time management and prioritization skills.

• At least 10 years of Materials/Operations experience is required.
• Minimum 5 years Materials/Operations experience including 2 years in leadership capacity

• Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline required, Master’s degree preferred
• APICS certified preferred

Position Requirements

The position demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Huntington, IN is $115,900 – $183,100 per year.The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

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