Senior Group Tactical Operations Manager - Chassis

What You’ll Do

• Support operationally challenged or financially distressed suppliers through on-site engagement and structured recovery plans.

• Lead and manage projects and processes covering supplier manufacturing operations, capacity, material flow, scheduling, launch execution, and logistics.

• Lead cross-functional problem-solving with suppliers, plants, engineering, purchasing and finance to quickly resolve complex manufacturing and supply chain issues.

• Assess supplier schedules and their impact on vehicle assembly; develop and drive solutions that minimize production disruptions and premium transportation.

• Monitor and manage supplier capacity constraints, including business transfers, protection-of-supply strategies, and sufficiency plans.

• Analyze key metrics and reports to identify risks, drive corrective actions, and improve performance.

• Utilize data analytics, proactive and predictive tools and technology to identify and mitigate supply chain risks.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and eliminate waste.

• Manage 3rd party resources and effectively deploy them within the supply base.

• Drive operational excellence while meeting budget targets and financial accountability.

• Communicate clearly and frequently with all levels of the organization, from production operators to senior leadership and supplier executives.

• Lead a team of 8-15 direct employees, including workload organization, coaching, talent development, and training new employees.

• Develop and implement operational plans, standardized work and processes that support Global Supply Chain business strategies and directly impact business results.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, program management or supply chain management  

• Strong understanding of shop-floor manufacturing operations and supply chain functions.

• Excellent communication and command skills are necessary to be successful in this position.

• Strong leadership skills, managerial courage, organizational skills, strong business acumen and very strong problem-solving skills. 

• Proven ability to manage complex, high-pressure situations and make timely decisions with limited information.

• Skilled in root cause analysis, structured problem-solving, and crisis communication.

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels, internally and at suppliers.

• Safety-oriented, with strong people leadership, talent development, and communication skills.

• High degree of autonomy, flexibility, and significant travel required often at short notice, including some weekends.

• This assignment requires up to 75% Travel in North America for some periods of time.