Supply Chain Excellence Manager- EVERGREEN

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

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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.

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…