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HEAD OF PLANNING LOGISTICS

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FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performancelighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle SolutionsBusiness Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company isactive worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscalyear 2025.

YOUR TASKS

JOB DESCRIPTION
Designer of the HF / Process Designer (PDE):
HCC-HR-OM von Rüden, Wolfgang
Process assignment:
HI-HR11-30
Process Leader (PLD):
HCC-HR-OD Leweling, Tobias
Edition date:
2016-03-07
HF 7607_C (2016-03-07)
Information Classification: Confidential
Global Job Title Job No.

Head of Planning Logistics V
LP2201

Job Objective
Direct, manage, coordinate and optimize a high complexity logistics planning department, focusing on all topics
related to inventory management, material management, production planning, sales scheduling and demand
planning
Responsible for Logistics Planning in more than one location (cross-plant responsibility)
Duties and Responsibilities
A Logistics Planning
1 Direct, manage and optimize all resources connected to the planning processes with the goal to achieve
minimal total costs and meet customer requirements within a high complexity plant operation
2 Direct and control the design of information flows incl. master data and logistics processes related to
planning logistics within a high complexity plant operation
3 Coordinate and balance conflicting interests arising within inventory management, material management,
production planning,



sales scheduling and demand planning process with internal / external stakeholders
within a high complexity plant operation
4 Securing the implementation and application of general (logistics) standards (e.g. process)
5 Drive continuous improvement and collaborate with regional logistics to consistently increase logistics
performance
6 Responsible to control all planning logistics processes, ensuring high efficiency in inventory management,
material management, production planning, sales scheduling and demand planning by using the
standardized key performance indicators
7 Involvement in inter-departmental workgroups and projects for the coordination and optimization of SOP
and EOP, carrying out day-to-day tasks related to new products and others
8 Involvement in logistics agreements with customers & suppliers in cooperation with those responsible
9 Participation in global strategic projects and facilitate pilot projects
10 Cross-plant responsibility regarding logistics planning tasks
11 Leading of intercultural teams

B Project Management
1 Supervise and execute the management of high complexity logistics projects from technical and
organizational perspective along the supply chain and product lifecycle, incl. corporate processes
2 Defining, planning, coordinating and monitoring of high complexity projects for the area of responsibility incl. responsible for internal and external personnel capacity planning
3 Definition and continuous monitoring of project success regarding time, budget and output quality and
driving execution of defined actions
4 Negotiating general logistics conditions with suppliers, service providers and customers (e.g. JIT/JIS
processes, turnaround periods, packaging)
5 Aligning all ongoing projects and activities with relevant business processes owners and functions, incl
corporate
6 Execution of problem solving and escalation for occurring deviations
7 Support and contribute on overarching activities and initiatives




8 Preparation of business cases and execution of pilot applications

C Leadership
1 Deploying employees corresponding to their qualifications within the relevant structure. Instructing and
supporting employees in a target-oriented and motivating manner to fulfill the tasks
2 Guiding, instructing and supporting employees in function-related tasks
3 Participating in hiring process and responsible to sustain the team performance and evaluation as well as
qualification demands

Carrying out other tasks related to this position
(Including examining as well as complying with industrial safety and environmental protection measures pertaining to the
scope of duties)

Job Profile / Requirements
a) profession / education b) job related experience
University degree
more than 6 up to 7 years

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

- 6-7+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Material Planning, and Production Planning.
- Strong experience in Planning & Logistics operations, including Customer Service, Demand Planning, Production Planning,
- Material Management, and Inventory Management within a complex manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record in leading complex logistics and supply chain projects, managing timelines, budgets, resources, and operational performance.
- Leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams, including talent development, performance management, and recruitment.
- Strong knowledge of integral logistics processes, continuous improvement, KPI management, and supplier/customer negotiations

Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.
FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.
Please send us your application via our career portal, stating your salary requirements and earliest possible starting date, with the reference number req19091.

Laura Paulina Ramírez Ramírez
Phone:

📌 HEAD OF PLANNING LOGISTICS (Irapuato)
🏢 Forvia Hella
📍 Irapuato