NOVARES is a leading international automotive supplier specializing in innovative plastic solutions that shape the vehicles of tomorrow. With a strong presence in over 20 countries and a commitment to excellence, we deliver cutting-edge technologies to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry. At NOVARES, we value agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement to drive success for our customers and employees worldwide.
As a Logistics Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating and managing the operational flow of the company and the personnel involved, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
1. Coordinate and Manage Operational Flow
* Oversee company logistics operations and team management to guarantee results.
* Gather, process, and share information to meet customer demands.
* Manage requests related to revised forecasts and industrial/sales plans.
* Ensure smooth product flow through the company by:
* Securing supply of products required for production.
* Coordinating planning processes (Industrial & Sales Plan, Master Production Schedule, Sequencing, Net Requirements Calculation, KANBAN).
* Organizing the supply chain (supply, production, distribution) considering customer constraints, internal limitations, and best practices.
* Implement, monitor, and improve logistics processes and compliance.
* Optimize internal flows to reduce costs and execution times.
* Manage stock levels and reliability improvement actions.
* Support new project launches and assess logistics impacts (space, equipment, workforce).
* Guarantee ERP/GPAO accuracy and ensure customer data updates.
2. Resource Organization and Delivery
* Organize and allocate resources to ensure timely product delivery at optimal cost and quality.
* Implement tools and resources (equipment, software) to enhance logistics performance.
* Validate transmitted information and ensure compliance with standards.
* Collaborate with Purchasing to manage relationships with logistics service providers.
3. Activity Management
* Monitor daily performance indicators, identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions for production logistics and spare parts service.
4. Continuous Improvement
* Lead daily logistics performance meetings and update KPIs (transport, TSL, stock).
* Coordinate deviation analysis and progress using problem-solving tools.
* Manage stock reliability and participate in improvement workshops (CCV, SMED, etc.).
5. Customer Portal Management
* Follow up on KPIs: Service rate (Serial + Service parts), EDI, and dispute management.
* Update self-assessment (MMOG/LE).
* Perform capacity checks against customer demand with Business Manager.
* Handle logistics-related customer claims.
Profile
* Strong experience in logistics and supply chain management within an industrial environment.
* Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
* Proficiency in ERP systems and logistics tools.
* Ability to manage complexity and drive continuous improvement.
* Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.