Senior Manager, Global Supply Chain

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward! Benefits: The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion. Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage Employer HSA contribution Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Short & Long-Term Disability Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance 401K with generous Company match & contribution Accrued Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday Robust employee wellness program Tuition assistance program Job Description: The Associate Director of Global Supply Chain is accountable to lead a team of salaried (Supervisors and Planners) and hourly supply chain staff in a manufacturing area. A leader in the organization, you will be responsible for leading and guiding your team to successfully executing material planning and scheduling, receiving & storage, assembly sequencing, shipping, inventory management, engineering change management, and supplier management. The role is responsible for implementing the Allison Operational Excellence through exceptional collaboration, leadership, and guidance. This position also implements lean material principles and cost reduction initiatives and is expected to develop and execute departmental goals aligned with the organization’s objectives. Leadership / Managerial responsibilities: Hire, lead, and manage a dynamic team to create an inclusive and collaborative work environment Monitor, evaluate, and provide regular feedback on employee growth and implementing improvement as needed. Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives to maintain a motivated workforce – positively represent corporate communications to influence outcomes that support business strategies. Ensure compliance with Allison Policies and manage employee relations matters as needed. Directly manage a team of Supervisors and Material Planners with indirect oversight of 50+ hourly employees. Responsible for full employee life cycle including selection, training, development, employee relations, and performance management. Responsible for performance management, training and development of team members aligned with career ambitions and areas of opportunity to improve, including annual performance reviews and Individual Development Plans (IDPs). Leads team and implements departmental objectives aligned with plant & company objectives through day-to-day management, annual performance reviews, and corrective actions. Create, develop, and sustain a can-do climate and high levels of frequent communication, cooperation, rewards and recognition, training, and mutual support among departments. Guide team to solve complex and challenging situations as they arise. Leadership / Managerial responsibilities: Hire, lead, and manage a dynamic team to create an inclusive and collaborative work environment Monitor, evaluate, and provide regular feedback on employee growth and implementing improvement as needed. Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives to maintain a motivated workforce – positively represent corporate communications to influence outcomes that support business strategies. Ensure compliance with Allison Policies and manage employee relations matters as needed. Directly manage a team of Supervisors and Material Planners with indirect oversight of 50+ hourly employees. Responsible for full employee life cycle including selection, training, development, employee relations, and performance management. Responsible for performance management, training and development of team members aligned with career ambitions and areas of opportunity to improve, including annual performance reviews and Individual Development Plans (IDPs). Leads team and implements departmental objectives aligned with plant & company objectives through day-to-day management, annual performance reviews, and corrective actions. Create, develop, and sustain a can-do climate and high levels of frequent communication, cooperation, rewards and recognition, training, and mutual support among departments. Guide team to solve complex and challenging situations as they arise. As a leader in the organization, you will provide a physical presence in the workplace to lead and promote a culture of accountability and teamwork. Ensures Allison Transmission policies and procedures are adhered to and executed in area of responsibility. Union relationship management: Engagement with shop committee Grievance management Adherence to Collective Bargaining Agreement Shopfloor Accountability: Drive performance across area of responsibility aligned with overall plant objectives and strategy. Manages the execution of lean materials processes including the Kanban (pull) system, min/max, FIFO, and risk alerts. Manages outside non-routed & routed sub-contract and consignment processes to avoid plant impact. Directs and manages inventory cycle counting activities in compliance with corporate guidelines. Develops manpower plan to support overall customer demand and operations. Manages receiving, shipping, and material storage in assigned plant, and warehouse management movements where applicable. Manages the planning, scheduling and delivery performance of ve