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The Director of Production Control & Logistics (PC&L) will have full regional responsibility for systems, processes, and optimization of inbound/outbound freight, material flow and management, production scheduling and planning, packaging, and EDI systems. This role includes leading the development of a comprehensive supply chain vision and acting as a strategic business partner to operations leadership to drive KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory days, inventory accuracy, and freight performance. 
  
Director, Production Control & Logistics (PC&L) 
United States – Oakland County 
Your Responsibilities 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Partner with operations and plant leadership to drive financial and operational KPIs including OTD, inventory days, material consumption, and freight performance. 
• Optimize inventory planning and logistics to meet customer needs while minimizing inventory days and avoiding customer disruptions. 
• Provide hands-on leadership to the PC&L team; oversee staffing, training, and structure to ensure optimal performance. 
• Strengthen team capabilities and implement organizational improvements where needed. 
• Enhance and standardize PC&L processes across demand planning, material planning, production planning, warehouse management, and freight management. 
• Support program launch activities, ensuring all PC&L tasks are executed on time and within budget. 
• Manage inventory and establish controls to ensure operational excellence and minimal supply chain risk. 
• Ensure accurate data entry and management within enterprise systems (SAP). 
• Standardize packaging design and logistics processes to reduce cost and environmental impact. 
• Drive continuous improvement and benchmarking initiatives to enhance all aspects of the PC&L function. 
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve process issues where required. 
• Collaborate effectively across functions, particularly with manufacturing, purchasing, and program management. 
• Support and implement regional and global company initiatives. 
• Evaluate team performance and structure, and implement recommended changes to enhance effectiveness. 
• Identify and address root causes of premium freight and lead efforts to reduce such occurrences. 
• Maintain and improve PC&L systems, ensuring documentation and compliance. 
• Oversee third-party logistics (3PL) performance to ensure service expectations and cost targets are met. 

Your Qualifications 
Education / Experience / Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field required; CPIM certification preferred; MBA a plus. 
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Tier-1 automotive or similar manufacturing environment, with increasing responsibilities and a strong performance track record. 
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing PC&L systems and processes. 
• Proactive, ethical, and hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. 
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills. 
• Ability to manage both strategic initiatives and tactical execution simultaneously. 
• Plant-focused mindset with willingness to travel regularly and engage directly with on-site operations. 
• Proven leadership ability with a record of building and mentoring effective teams. 
• Open, direct communication style and commitment to integrity and high ethical standards. 
• Experience working in a multicultural, global environment. 

  
Language / Reasoning Ability 

• Fluent in English 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to analyze complex documents, identify problems, gather data, and draw conclusions 

  
Math & Computer Skills 

• Strong math proficiency required 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred 

  
Travel Requirements 

• Willingness to travel 1–2 weeks per month within the North American region, with potential for increased travel during onboarding 

  

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