Industrial engineering or logistics management degree
Expertise in supply chain management and erp systems
American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Manager of Supply Chain who will oversee the logistics processes at the plant, ensuring optimal efficiency and delivery reliability. The ideal candidate should have at least seven years of leadership experience in logistics, preferably in the automotive or industrial sectors, along with a strong background in supply chain management
Job Summary
The role involves end-to-end management of the plant supply chain, from inbound goods through production logistics to on-time customer delivery.
Candidates will lead a logistics team while collaborating closely with production, purchasing, and sales to ensure maximum delivery reliability.
The position requires continuous optimization of warehousing and inventory management with a focus on efficiency, availability, and cost reduction.
Matching Summary
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American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Manager of Supply Chain who will oversee the logistics processes at the plant, ensuring optimal efficiency and delivery reliability. The ideal candidate should have at least seven years of leadership experience in logistics, preferably in the automotive or industrial sectors, along with a strong background in supply chain management.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7+ years leadership experience in logistics
Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management degree
Expertise in Supply Chain Management and ERP systems
Strong technical understanding of automotive processes
Fluent German and English communication skills
Nice-to-have
Experience with Oracle or comparable ERP systems
Project management experience in complex environments
Strategic capability development and coaching skills
Knowledge of legal frameworks and safety regulations
Background in automotive or industrial sectors
Key Requirements
Completed degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management
Minimum 7 years of experience in a logistics leadership role
In-depth expertise in material planning and capacity planning
Very good written and spoken German and English proficiency
Hands-on experience with project management and cross-functional topics