Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!
The best chapters in Alabama’s automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different; greener, more efficient, safer, and even more fascinating. Only one thing will never change – It will wear a star.
MBUSI is home to the GLE, GLE Coupe, and GLS Sport Utility Vehicles and the C-Class for the North American market. Our facility is one of the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world, with over 6 million square feet under one roof. The plant, located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, is positioned in an area of natural beauty and abundant natural resources.
MBUSI offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement, on-site child development and wellness facilities. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement within its ranks. Our Team Members share a common goal to always be the best premium auto manufacturer in North America.
Mercedes-Benz, U.S. International, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. follows all local, state and federal laws in all aspects of business.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for any open positions.
Purpose of the Position: Under general supervision this position coordinates, directs, monitors, implements, tracks, trains, and reports activities related to External Service Providers. With emphasis on cost planning, budget maintenance and specifications for existing and future business.
Essential Functions: (List all basic responsibilities related to the purpose of the position)
Responsible for External Service Provider (ESP) structure strategy including outsourcing packages and bundling options.
Conduct cost planning within the scope of monthly actual/ target reporting, expected actual, operational and strategic planning.
Communicate upcoming changes to current and/or new business partners to optimize benefits and minimize cost and/or confusion.
Lead project management for service provider start-ups or new commissions including Ramp-up support for the External Service Provider (ESP).
Execute process and concept changes; Align process changes with the External Service Provider (ESP) including necessary contract changes.
Assist the MBUSI Facilities and/or Maintenance groups in coordinating needed repairs which require an adjustment by the External Service Provider (ESP). Perform random and structured audits of facility to identify any safety concerns, document and report any damages, etc. Assist or lead daily, weekly, monthly, reporting and filing of applicable chargebacks.
Work in project groups, lead projects, and develop/exchange lessons learned and best practices.
Develops specification books, tenders and participates in negotiations and contract awards.
Marginal Functions: (List responsibilities which are not essential, but may be required)
Performs other related duties as required.
Financial authority and responsibility:
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QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field and/or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in Logistics; preferably with an automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or supplier or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Project Management with emphasis on launch/changeover activities
Necessary Skills, Certifications, etc.:
Working knowledge of SAP.
Proven experience in project planning, monitoring and implementation in Logistics or closely related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint etc.)
Ability to work in a team environment but also independently.
Strong planning, organizational and analytical skills.
Proven experience in preparing and leading presentations to various levels of management.
Ability to coordinate meetings, prepare material, and to lead and give presentations. (Internal and external to the organization, and to various levels of management – including the management team).
Preferred Skills:
Proficiency in MS Project and/or R-Plan.
Experience in Cost Management, Sourcing Process Planning and in Material Process Planning.
ESP Management experience within a manufacturing setting with proven analytical and project management skills
Written and verbal German language skills
Knowledge in planning manpower processes.
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