Job Title: Senior Director, Production Control & Logistics
Job Location: Southfield, MI
What you'll do:The Director of Production Control & Logistics is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations across multiple regions. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of raw materials, components, and finished goods globally. The position requires strategic vision, operational excellence, and strong leadership to harmonize global standards with regional flexibility.
Strategic Leadership- Develop and implement global logistics strategies aligned with corporate objectives and automotive industry standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, minimize carbon footprint and improve service levels.
Transportation & Distribution- Collaborate closely with regional teams to develop and execute cost-optimized transportation strategies for both standard and premium freight
Supply Chain & SIOP- Lead Implementation of OneStream based Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) processes to balance demand, capacity, and inventory for on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery.
- Optimize material planning using ERP systems to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Standardize Logistics processes and methods in Veoneer plants.
- Establishing 3PL solutions, as appropriate.
End of Life Inventory Process- Define and manage process and governance for Last Time Buys to minimize risks and carrying costs to Veoneer
- Establish obsolescence procedures and governance
Compliance & Risk Management- Align global logistics strategies with corporate carbon neutrality goals and ESG commitments.
- Implement supply chain resiliency plans in anticipation of unexpected geo-political events.
Supply Chain Crisis Leadership- Provide global leadership for material sourcing and allocation during periods of constrained supply
- Develop and drive supply chain resiliency plans.
EMS Business Development- Develop key Logistics competencies to support EMS Opportunities with new customers including BOM & AVL Management, EDI Onboarding and establishing inventory best practices for a variety of industries/customers.
Key Process Indicators- Help establish and review Logistics KPIs and cost controls across global operations.
What you'll bring:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field;
- 10+ years in global supply chain/logistics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within automotive manufacturing.
- Expertise in Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
- Strong knowledge of international trade regulations and automotive logistics.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced logistics technologies. JDE, QAD and/or Movex experience is a plus
- Experience in OneStream SIOP
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work remotely and on-site across times zones with plants in Americas, Europe and Asia. Regular International Travel will be required (6-8 times/year)
Department Operations Locations Southfield Remote status Hybrid
