American Axle & Manufacturing

Launch Demand Planner

American Axle & Manufacturing$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years in Supply Chain Forecasting & Demand Planning
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (QAD/SAP/Oracle)
  • APICS CPIM or CSCP certified or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Plan all supply chain process steps from supplier to customer for New Programs
  • Conduct gate reviews for the New Program Launch process
  • Coordinate PC&L activities between program organizations and plants
  • Plan and implement transport organization for new programs
  • Plan and calculate material and information flows
  • Create and maintain Project Plans
  • Monitor and control trial and PPAP parts

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and development programs
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Supportive work environment focused on safety
  • Participation in innovative supply chain projects
Full Job Description

Job Posting Title

Launch Demand Planner

Job Description Summary

As a Launch Demand Planner, you will lead supply chain projects aiming at developing and continuously improving the planning and information flow processes, efficient utilization of available capacities and resources, in a safe environment and in order to meet customer demand, enhance material flow and optimise inventory. You will also ensure compliance to policies, standards and governance of processes through communication and training (train the trainer) of the supply chain team.

Job Description:

  • Planning of all supply chain process steps from supplier to customer for New Programs.

  • Responsible for gate reviews in accordance with the New Program Launch process.

  • Coordination of all PC&L activities between program organizations and plants.

  • Planning and implemenatation of transport orginzation for new programs between supplier, plant and customer.

  • Planning and calculating the implementation of material and information flows.

  • Create, maintain and govern the execution of Project Plans.

  • Monitor and control trial parts and PPAP parts.

  • Master Production Planning, Capacity Planning, SIOP, Material Requirement Planning/Vendor Scheduling, Shop floor inventory control, Distribution Requirement Planning, Inventory Management, Product Life cycle Management

  • Maintain, manage and communicate KPIs and project governance.

  • Apply PDCA approach, use A3 appropriately in case of deviation to plan to ensure successful project delivery and sustainability.

  • All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant experience.

  • 3+ years experience in Supply Chain Forecasting & Demand Planing.

  • Proficientcy in ERP systems (QAD/SAP/Oracle).

  • APICS CPIM or CSCP certified or equivalent.


About American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) is a leading global Tier 1 automotive supplier of driveline and metal forming technologies that are used to power a wide range of vehicles. AAM’s products are found in vehicles that drive on the road, fly through the air, and even drive under the sea. AAM’s engineering, design, and manufacturing capabilities allow it to produce products that meet the needs of its customers around the world. AAM has over 25,000 associates operating at nearly 90 facilities in 17 countries to support its customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
Learn more about American Axle & Manufacturing
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$872.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$561.2 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$4.7 billion
NASDAQ

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