ZO Motors North America LLC
Sr. Production Control & Logistics Manager
Fontana, CA · Senior
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About the role
- The Production Control & Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of production scheduling, material flow, and logistics for a low-volume commercial vehicle manufacturing operation.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in automotive manufacturing and lean manufacturing principles.
Responsibilities
- Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain master production schedules to align with demand forecasts, supplier deliveries, and assembly capacity.
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and adjust production plans as needed to maintain to efficiency.
- Implement lean material flow strategies and pull systems, to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Manage import/export processes for SKD/CKD kits, ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
- Coordinate transportation and freight logistics for inbound materials and outbound vehicles, optimizing cost and lead times.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve component quality or delivery issues.
- Generate and analyze production control reports, KPI's, and dashboards to drive continuous improvement.
- Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
- We design and manufacture vehicles that excel in both reliability and fuel efficiency, offering solutions for cargo transport, construction, logistics, and more.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in production control, logistics, or supply chain management within automotive or commercial vehicle manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with low-volume manufacturing environments, particularly in SKD/CKD assembly operations.
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics.
- In-depth experience with U.S.-China automotive parts trade operations, customs clearance, and U.S. import/export regulations.
- Familiarity with bonded warehouse operations, U.S. Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) regulations, and related customs duty deferral or mitigation programs.
Nice to have
- Proficiency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) is highly preferred to facilitate communication with overseas suppliers and logistics providers.
Benefits
- Inventory and Material Flow Management: Optimize inventory levels to ensure just-in-time (JIT) delivery while minimizing excess stock and carrying costs.
- Optimize inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
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