Production Supervisor - SCM

Department : MP&L Position Title : Process Coach- Finished Goods Shipment Functional Area : Materials Planning & Logistics Reporting to : Manager- SCM / PS&R0 Location of position : Sanand, Gujarat Drive for Safety, 5S and housekeeping in FG warehouse in daily operations Ensure deliverables as per SQDCPME basis objectives & targets from Leadership Ensure adequate training and development of FG team and supporting 3PL to make SaEP FG team as Regional/Global benchmark for Shipment operations Work closely with 3PL to ensure all KPIs are met through regular reviews & monitoring Participate in relevant cross functional meetings on SOS, DOS, QOS, inventory etc. to ensure process & metrics compliance Ensure strong process compliance for ISO, MCRP, GAO & external audits Foster improvements driven culture with VSM, Kaizens, NVA reduction & DMAIC projects by involving both Ford & 3PL Ensure Objectives & targets are met as per targets Ensure TDLs are addressed on time & closed as per guidelines by aligning customers, IMG MP&L & regional Finance Maintain robust FIFO process for tracking and timely closure of ageing engines Ensure availability of Shipping containers, Packaging material, RSR/ESR racks for timely shipment of Engines & components as per customer releases. Ensure 100% stock integrity for engines through strong process compliance in shipping & receiving and other inventory transactions Ensure timely & accurate documentation for FG shipments – both exports & FCSD Ensure timely shipments of components (short / long blocks) as per releases to FCSD & export markets Ensure proactive action / escalation of critical issues and communicate with concerned cross functional departments for timely resolution of issues / potential issues Education Qualification : Graduate (Engineering graduate preferred) Years of Automotive / : 4-5 Years, preferably in an Automotive Industry Industry experience Professional Exposure: Preferred Expertise in Material handling & warehouse operations Special Knowledge or skill required : Hands on experience in Materials Management, Strong understanding of lean material flow strategies, Synchronous Material Flow and lean manufacturing Processes, proficient in performing studies to assess and compare the investment and variable costs associated with alternative actions or specified future conditions. Good working knowledge in CMMS3 Others (specifics) : Have exposure on ERP systems, MS Office, Good Communication skills and analytical abilities. Demonstrated leadership skills, specifically drive for results and teamwork, strong inter-personal skills, ability to work well in a fluid environment, and ability to travel, Manufacturing plant experience and ability to speak multiple languages desirable.