Sr. Specialist, Supply Chain​/Logistics; Automotive

Position

Sr. Specialist, Supply Chain/ Logistics (Automotive) - ENG#760

Materials Management - Supply Chain

Automotive

South Carolina
Relocation Expense Provided

$110K - $135K - Based on Experience

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with Employer Match / Immediate Vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually. Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders. Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Material Flow Planning, Manufacturing Operations, or JIT/JIS Process Management within the automotive industry.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing JIT/JIS logistics processes supporting automotive manufacturing operations.
• Proven success managing complex supplier networks and coordinating inbound material flow from supplier facilities to production lines.
• Experience supporting new product launches, production ramp-ups, and SOP readiness activities.
• Experience managing supplier selection, equipment sourcing, implementation planning, and project execution.
• Experience conducting process audits and driving corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of automotive quality systems, compliance standards, and operational requirements.
• Must be US Citizen or Authorized to Work in the United States.

• JIT/JIS Process Management
• Automotive Supply Chain & Logistics
• Material Flow Planning & Optimization
• Supplier Management & Development
• Change Management
• Process Auditing
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Continuous Improvement
• Project Management
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret operational data and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Demonstrated success improving delivery performance, inventory flow, supplier responsiveness, and production support.
• Ability to evaluate logistics risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Skilled at balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day operational demands.

• Develop and implement supply chain and logistics strategies for automotive clients.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels to meet production and customer demands.
• Source and negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Stay updated on industry trends and developments to identify potential opportunities and risks.
• Train and mentor junior team members to ensure a high level of performance and growth within the team.
• Lead the design and implementation of next-generation JIT/JIS logistics systems.
• Influence logistics strategy from supplier origin through final assembly.
• Collaborate with leading automotive suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Drive process innovation, automation, and operational excellence.
• Play a key role in new product launches and production readiness initiatives.
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to shape logistics operations from the ground up.
• Contribute to building a world-class automotive manufacturing organization.

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