Director of Automotive Manufacturing and Industrialization Execution
Location : Southfield, MI, US, 48033
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Country / Region : United States
Job Function : Operations
Requisition ID : 37712
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Job Overview :
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Automotive Manufacturing and Industrialization Execution to lead and coordinate our manufacturing and industrialization efforts across two major global product divisions.
This pivotal role involves overseeing acquisition expansion, capability sharing, and technology development, as well as driving forward-looking volume demand planning.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the automotive manufacturing landscape, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to forge and manage high-level partnerships.
Key Responsibilities :
- Global Coordination and Capability Management :
- Oversee the coordination and integration of manufacturing capabilities and expansion efforts across two major global product divisions.
- Ensure alignment of manufacturing strategies and practices to maximize efficiency, productivity, and innovation.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive capabilities and capacity analyses to support strategic decision-making and operational excellence.
- Volume Demand Planning :
- Implement forward-looking volume demand planning to accurately forecast and manage production requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production capabilities with projected market demands and emerging trends.
- Centers of Excellence (CoE) Coordination :
- Lead the coordination of Centers of Excellence focused on the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions.
- Foster collaboration between CoEs to drive innovation and enhance the company’s technological capabilities.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of CoEs in delivering internal solutions and achieving strategic objectives.
- Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Strategy :
- Identify and assess potential M&A opportunities to address gaps in capabilities and capacity.
- Develop and execute strategies for integrating new acquisitions into existing operations, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Collaborate with corporate development and strategic planning teams to evaluate and execute M&A initiatives.
- Strategic Planning and Execution :
- Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance manufacturing and industrialization processes.
- Continuously assess and improve manufacturing practices, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on data analysis, industry trends, and organizational needs.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership :
- Serve as a key liaison between global product divisions, technology development teams, and executive leadership.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Lead and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in automotive manufacturing, industrialization, or a related field, with a strong track record in leadership and strategic execution.
- Proven expertise in capability and capacity analysis, volume demand planning, and technology development.
- Demonstrated experience in managing global operations and coordinating cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience with M&A processes and integration strategies is highly desirable.
Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.
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