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.