SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?
Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.
At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
Supply Chain Manager
Location: Toledo, OH
Position Start Date: November 2026
Organizational Interfaces
Direct Manager: Plant Director
Functional Manager: BU Supply Chain Manager
Direct Reports: MPS Coordinator, Material Planning Coordinator, Warehouse Leader, SCOOP System Controller, Supply Chain Engineer
Key Interfaces: HSE, HR, Quality, Finance, OPTIMAP/OPTIPRO teams, other PO plants, customers, suppliers
Competency Requirements
Qualifications
- This role operates under TISAX confidentiality level [Level 1], requiring appropriate handling of sensitive information
- Degree-level education; engineering/plastics specialization preferred
- APICS/CIPM certification is an advantage
- Strong English communication skills
Experience
- Minimum 5 years in a managerial or leadership role
- Experience with demanding customers (Tier 1 automotive preferred)
- Experience in large manufacturing environments with strong problem‑solving and industrial standards knowledge
- Lean manufacturing experience
Technical Competencies
- Supply chain planning, scheduling, and flow management
- Process improvement and operational performance
- Ability to drive innovation and productivity
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong communicator and leader
- High commitment to safety
- Customer-focused and results-driven
Missions
- Lead supply chain operations in alignment with HSE policies, customer expectations, and plant objectives
- Develop and coach the supply chain team to maximize performance
- Implement and drive continuous improvement through the supply chain progress plan
KPIs
Performance Indicators:
- Accidents/near misses, property damage
- On-time delivery for serial, SKD, and aftermarket
- Stock coverage (days)
- CNQ and P&L performance
Process Indicators:
- Property damage / TSV
- CO₂ emissions from transportation
- Process/control plan adherence
- AAR completion
- SCOOP balanced scorecard
- Transport efficiency
- COGI and inventory accuracy (RFID)
Activities
- Ensure parts are planned and produced per customer timing
- Support plant progress plans and staff engagement
- Manage short-, mid-, and long-term capacity and resource needs
- Lead daily customer and production planning interfaces
- Oversee inventory management, warehousing, line-feeding, shipping, and receiving
- Optimize inventory levels to avoid shortages while minimizing stock
- Anticipate capacity risks and develop contingency plans
- Manage team organization, objectives, discipline, and development
- Maintain high standards of maintenance and cleanliness
- Build and deliver the supply chain operating budget
- Support new program development
- Deploy best practices and visual management systems
- Ensure effective use of SCOOP
- Support production with logistics tools and issue resolution
- Manage logistics partners (carriers, customs brokers, etc.)
- Participate in customer logistics audits
- Manage product run-out and minimize obsolescence
- Ensure compliance with corporate/divisional HSE requirements
- Maintain IMS processes and stop unsafe or non‑compliant operations when necessary
- Reduce transportation CO₂ emissions through planning and supplier/carrier selection
At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.
Troy-Michigan, MI, US, 48098
Nearest Major Market: Troy
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit