Director of Materials

Join Us in Driving a Safer and Greener Tomorrow as a Director of Materials & Logistics at ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks

Position: Director of Materials & Logistics Location: Detroit, MI or Greater Toronto Area

Who Are We?

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic and rapidly growing company that's shaping the future? Welcome to ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks (AMTB), where bold innovation, unwavering quality, and an inclusive culture converge. As a trailblazer in laser welded blanking applications, we're not just redefining industries - we're creating an environment where excellence thrives.

So What Do We Do?

Imagine contributing to automotive steel products that redefine safety standards and slash carbon emissions. At AMTB, we're pioneers in crafting automotive components using cutting-edge laser welding technology. Our patented parts not only enhance vehicle safety by bolstering crash resistance but also contribute to improving our planet's health. By making cars lighter, our innovations help reduce carbon emissions. It's more than work; it's a legacy in the making. This all aligns with our Core Purpose of Driving a Safer and Greener Tomorrow.

Why You Should Join Our Team

AMTB is more than a workplace; it's a transformative journey. While many join us seeking a paycheck, they discover a fulfilling career and become integral to an organization that's changing lives and safeguarding the environment.

We believe in your potential and provide top-notch training and advancement opportunities. Our leaders are nurtured from within, and every employee is empowered to grow, develop, and rise within our ranks.

We're Not Just A Team, We're A Winning Team

Our standards are high - we exclusively recruit A players. We believe in shared victories and shared responsibilities. Yes, we face challenges, but we relish the thrill of triumph together. Join us, become part of our family, and help us script our ongoing success story.

What You Can Expect in our Values

• Safety In Everything We Do: Our commitment to safety is unwavering.
• We Operate With Respect: We treat each other with dignity and respect.
• We Do What we Say We Will Do: We honor our commitments with action.
• We Find a Better Way: We're always seeking innovation a better way.
• We Win Together We Lose Together: Wins and losses, we face them together.
• We Challenge Ourselves And Each Other: Challenge Accepted; We push ourselves and each other to excel.

Rewards Beyond Expectations

We don't just value your contributions; we reward them. Alongside attractive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that underscores our commitment to your well-being. We will also invest heavily into your training and development and career growth.

Ready to play a pivotal role in our journey of innovation and impact? Discover more about us at our website.

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We are looking for a Director of Materials & Logistics

Responsible for providing overall strategic and operational direction for AMTB Materials Management and Logistics activities, including directing and managing all aspects of the company's Freight, Warehousing, Planning and Inventory regionally. As a member of the AMTB Leadership Team, the Director is responsible for contributing to the overall business strategy, establishing goals & objectives; external relationships and partnerships with Forwarders, Carriers and other vendors. A key goal is to optimize our organization's Materials Management and Logistics. This position closely collaborates with Plant Materials and Logistics, Operations and Finance.

Responsibilities:

• Execute projects to assist North American Plants to enhance profitability, productivity and efficiency throughout the company's operation
• Responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of regional Inventory, planning and Logistics strategies & systems. T implementation and operation of CMS systems and the development of best practices in coordination with plant and other operational lead principles throughout the businesses
• Introduce improvements in planning, scheduling and inventory management processes at different plant locations. The work will be done plant personnel
• Be an effective coach and mentor to Materials/Logistics personnel at different AMTB locations on matters related to planning, scheduling Logistics
• Develops and provides operational level strategic direction for NA Materials and Logistics teams. Leads and facilitates efforts in support of world-class practices. Researches and recommends new products, processes, systems, policies, and procedures to pursue in the future
• Ensure robust programs are in place for the assessment of Customer Delivery, Freight, Warehousing, Premium charges and inventory management and logistics
• Assists in the strategic development and upgrades of system software to meet World Class Manufacturing goals
• Ensure application of established corporate financial controls by providing operating management direction and support to the implement policies, instructions, and control procedures
• Demonstrates leadership by establishing credibility; acting with integrity; showing commitment; inspiring, motivating and guiding purchasing
• Upholds the principles of the AMTB Business Protocols
• Must understand and respect the laws and cultures in countries which AMTB conducts business & compliance's
  Identify security risk and developments of strategic plans to address
• Fulfill all Health and Safety & Environmental responsibilities as identified in the HSE Management Standards, and ISO 14001 Management Systems.
• Responsible for Budget preparation and planning

Requirements & Knowledge:

• Microsoft suite - Word, Excel, Project
• ERP – Epicor CMS, with AS400 MRP (CMS).
• Global Market Place experience required
• 10+ years of experience in a senior management position or 10+ years of leadership experience with a track record of progression
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a large matrix organization, work collaboratively with colleagues, and get results through others
• Knowledgeable of business quoting and launch processes, industry best practices, standards and performance metrics
• Must have demonstrated success in satisfying OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in a complex, competitive automotive market
• Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning, Materials, manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain management, and Logistics
• Experience with total quality manufacturing management and continual improvement
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing environment is a plus
• Able to ensure that all systems in the organization are aligned toward achieving overall strategic goals
• Continually communicate and reinforce the highest priority strategic initiatives to keep the organization focused on the right things
• Hold others accountable for meeting the needs of the total business rather than optimizing the performance of only their area
• Ensure that the organization has broad strategies and plans that focus on market needs and competitive advantage; set and articulate a compelling vision for the organization
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Strong team player

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, age, religion, sex, or national origin