Main tasks/important responsibilities for the Materials Launch Coordinator
- Support Program Manager in maintaining the build event matrix and summary for all pre-production build events including tooling and equipment run-offs.
- Order, track, and manage deliveries of materials including raw materials to support program timing requirements for each build event including tooling and equipment run-offs.
- Maintain revision level tracking for each part/material required for each build event. Support Program Managers in maintaining accurate parts matrix.
- Execute the Red Flag escalation process for any materials/issues which will cause the program team to be late for a build event or run-off.
- Work with other SDT members to ensure that timing for supplier gages, fixtures, and tools are aligned with the required timing per the build events matrix.
- Support the Program Manager(s) in developing tactical plans for implementation timing for changes.
- Part delivery tracking and inventory management for pre-production builds.
- Coordinate with Purchasing / Packaging team to determine if parts will be quoted in Returnable or Expendables. If returnable, ensure the team is hitting targets to have them in the loop on time.
- Supplier follow-up as needed to maintain program timing.
- Providing support and assistance with Change Management tracking and implementation.
- Pre-production build event, run-off, and test part order quantity calculations.
- Creating requisitions and issuing POs to the supply base in support of program timing.
- Prepare Materials Management System (MFG-Pro, IPC, EDIMAT, etc.)
- Coordinate with Purchasing to determine approved supplier lead times and INCO terms
- Maintain PO tracking by event and work with Commercial team to ensure costs are captured.
- Travel will be required (20-25%)
Job experience/Must Haves
- 3-5 years of related work experience or relevant education / degree (Supply Chain / Logistics / Program Management)
- Experience with J-I-T Manufacturing Preferred
- Experience in Excel is required and working knowledge of the Parts Matrix.
- Experience with QAD, MFG Pro, MS Project, SAP, and Siemens Teamcenter PLM desired.
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Adient is a global leader in automotive seating. With approximately 75,000 employees in 33 countries, Adient operates 208 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. Our integrated, in-house skills allow us to take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into more than 20 million vehicles every year.
