Material Planning and Logistics Manager - Union,SC (US Gestamp South Carolina, US, US Gestamp) bei None

Manager, Materials, Planning & Logistics

Materials, Planning & Logistics Manager

Drive Innovation. Lead Transformation. Deliver Excellence.

Are you a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives on orchestrating seamless product launches, optimizing material flow, and driving continuous improvement? Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations while delighting customers with world-class delivery performance.

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What You’ll Do

As the Manager of Materials, Planning & Logistics, you’ll be the driving force behind ensuring every product and part gets where it needs to be — on time, every time. You will:

• Own product launch logistics – manage all material and supply chain aspects of new product introductions and engineering changes.

• Champion maintenance readiness – collaborate with engineering to plan preventive maintenance and keep assets running at peak performance.

• Be the voice of the customer – oversee customer portals, uphold all logistics requirements, and ensure expectations are consistently exceeded.

• Deliver with precision – monitor delivery performance, follow up on requirements, and ensure service part orders are scheduled, produced, and shipped flawlessly.

• Lead continuous improvement – drive cross-functional initiatives like 5S, Kaizen, SMED, and optimized material flow to boost efficiency and productivity.

• Ensure compliance & safety – uphold OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and promote a safety-first culture.

• Drive financial discipline – manage departmental budgeting and optimize resources for maximum impact.

• Inspire collaboration – lead and mentor teams while partnering with stakeholders across the organization to achieve operational excellence.

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What We’re Looking For

We want a bold, experienced professional who is not just managing logistics — but transforming it.

Education & Experience

o Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

o Experience in material control and production scheduling.

o Leading material control teams directly.

o SAP expertise is a must.

o APICS CPIM certification strongly desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

o Proven success implementing MRP systems in production environments.

o Assertive leader with sharp prioritization and multitasking abilities.

o Strong communication skills — both written and verbal.

o Background in automotive Tier-1, cold stamping, or coil steel logistics is highly desirable.

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Why You’ll Love It Here

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to:

• Shape the future of how products are launched and delivered.

• Lead innovation in materials management and logistics excellence.

• Grow your influence in a high-impact role with visibility across the organization.

• Be part of a winning team that values safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

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If you’re ready to bring bold ideas, lead with confidence, and deliver results that make a real difference, we want to hear from you.