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Supply Chain Container Manager

Supply Chain Container Manager

USA JobsLisle, IL, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Supply Chain Container Manager

International is looking to add a Supply Chain Container Manager to their team in Lisle!

A Supply Chain Container Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement, storage, and protection of goods throughout the supply chain. Below is an overview of their typical roles, responsibilities, and scope of work in a manufacturing supply chain operation.

Responsibilities

Container Management

  • Manage US Container Planning Team - setting goals and measure team performance.
  • Establish standard systems and processes
  • Manage returnable packaging issues at all suppliers and US plants
  • Maintain data in all systems -PeopleSoft, BAAN & LN (MRP systems)
  • Setup shipments of excess, short racks / containers from all suppliers and plants
  • Analyze loops / safety days and recommend purchases, disposals
  • Excess returnable and obsolete returnable management
  • Boarder crossing assistance if needed
  • Source
  • Change impacts and redirecting Container Asset Management

Container Asset Management

  • Add new assets purchased each month to Peoplesoft
  • Maintain returnable scrap tracker
  • Review net book value of racks proposing to scrap
  • Fill out request to dispose forms
  • Remove assets scrap each month for Peoplesoft
  • Maintain supplier contacts and supplier return location file
  • Support Cycle counts for inventory accuracy
  • Repair and Maintenance US
  • Maintain International owned racks and containers at supplier and plants
  • Maintain returnable repair budget planning / tracking for truck and bus plants
  • Train / maintain damage rack tagging process at plants and suppliers
  • Purchase Order requisition / approve invoices
  • Address rack / container safety / ergo / quality issue
  • Oversee container cleaning programs
  • Manage / track / prioritize rack repairs at repair sources to reduce rack shortages
  • Work with team on design improvement process
  • Manage rack preventative maintenance programs

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with procurement, suppliers, logistics, and production teams to align packaging requirements with supply chain objectives.
  • Collaborate with production engineers to ensure packaging supports manufacturing efficiency.
  • Coordinate with quality teams to test and validate packaging for compliance and durability.

    • Transportation / Carrier interface

    Sustainability Initiatives

    Technical Documentation and Standards

  • Develop and maintain packaging specifications, standards
  • Document best practices for packaging and containerization
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISTA, ISO 11607).

    • Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement

  • Troubleshoot packaging and container-related issues in the supply chain.
  • Conduct root cause analyses to address product damage or inefficiencies.
  • Implement corrective actions and track improvements.

    • Cost Management

  • Analyze cost implications of packaging materials and container systems.
  • Negotiate with suppliers to reduce costs without compromising quality.
  • Monitor and optimize packaging expendable spending across the supply chain

    • Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • At least 5 years of materials management or supply chain experience
  • OR
  • Master's degree
  • At least 4 years of materials management or supply chain experience
  • OR
  • At least 8 years of materials management or supply chain experience

    • Additional Requirements

    Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status).

    Desired Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Project Management experience
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Familiarization with a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of Logistics and Transportation processes preferred.
  • Creative Problem solver
  • Customer Service Focus
  • Thrive within Ambiguity and Resilient to Change
  • Experience conducting VSM and Kiazan sessions.
  • Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

    • Benefits and Compensation

    We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

    For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

    Company Overview

    ABOUT TRATON

    With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world." : this intention underlines the Company's ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group's commercial growth.

    ABOUT INTERNATIONAL

    From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC

  • creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.
  • International Motors, LLC is d / b / a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

    • EEO Statement

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

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