Magna International Inc. Looking for Logistics Manager at Belleville, ON Full Time

Group Description

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML’s expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Key Responsibilities

Strategical planning and management of a global supply chain base for Lighting Americas

Establishes, implements, monitors, measures and reports Logistics performance metrics and establishes initiatives for continuous improvement

Manage the Customs / Logistics Team to achieve departmental goals

Supervise the RFQ (develop, negotiate, maintain) all asset based/3 PL transportation providers

Authority to select carriers and negotiate rates and contracts.

Oversee the resolution of transportation damage and loss claims

Develop and maintain KPI’s on budget to actual spend.

Harmonize transportation and Customs while working with purchasing to determine duties and tariffs when sourcing vendors.

Remain current on supply chain best practices and build network.

Oversee the monitoring of daily, weekly sweep runs, line hauls, LTL, LCL, Ocean, Air, MRO and expedites and manage the relationship with the 3pl logistics providers.

Coaching and mentoring of the Customs/Logistics team and actively developing their potential.

Oversee the creation of international shipping documents including monitoring INCO terms.

Key POC for Air charter, hand carry, direct team drives.

Understanding of customs procedures and documents as relates to US/MX/CA.

Advanced global project support, working with cross functional teams for tool and parts movement

Work with VA/VE group to determine and set packaging requirements to meet standards and to maximize truck payload and adhere to incoming warehouse storage requirements

Other duties as required

Key Qualifications / Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Logistics or Material Management

Leadership skills to coordinate the activities and communicate the requirements of the company to both internal support and external vendors, logistic providers

Prior work experience with 7-10 years in an automotive manufacturing environment

Prior work experience with a transportation carrier/3PL/4PL would be an asset

Valid Driver’s license and ability to travel between plants required

T4M software experience preferred but not required

Experience with all forms of Global Expediting of freight, including Air Charters, Hand Carries and Dedicated trucks.

Must excel in a fast-paced environment

Ability to lead cross functional work teams.

Proven track record in previous position.

Good written and verbal skills

Personal Attributes / Additional Information

Creative highly motivated, self- directed, innovative, and people-oriented person

Able to multi-task on several fronts to meet objectives

Strong organizational and problem solving and prioritizing skills

Decision making

Self-starter with the ability to prioritize many different tasks

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to gather and analyze information

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point

Physical Demands

Normal amount of sitting and standing

Ability to move around an office environment and on the production floor

Ability to work at a computer workstation

Ability to bend, twist, lift, reach

Required to carry out job duties and responsibilities in a work environment that may include, but is not limited to, varying levels of noise and/or temperature

Ability to lift max. 50lbs periodically

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