ZO Motors North America LLC

Sr. Production Control & Logistics Manager

Fontana, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

Outbound SalesExcelSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementERPLeadershipCommunicationLean Manufacturing

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.

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.

Utilize ERP/MRP systems for production scheduling, inventory tracking, and supply chain visibility.
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.
Understanding of international shipping, customs compliance, and logistics regulations.
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.

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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