Logistics Specialist

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Location: EL Salto, Jalisco FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 36,500 employees at over 125 locations worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Your Tasks Continuously track, manage changes and optimize the execution of a complex production plan. Track plan fulfillment incl. checks regarding material availability, production scheduling, order release, material reservation and production deadlines. Support execution of complex production planning related exception handling and error correction, especially within the ERP system; initiate logistic escalation if necessary. Identify causes that could lead to delay of specific deliveries; find viable solutions and inform the sales schedule. Align frequently with material management, production and sales planning; review customer orders, production capabilities and material availability. Support special needs for SOP and EOP products. Ensure maintenance of master data accuracy and performance measurements (KPIs). Central contact person and first‑level support for production planning processes at the plant, focusing on information flow within the ERP system. Execute training measures and knowledge transfer of standardized production planning processes to the production planners and supervisors. Measure and monitor achievement of production planning target KPIs; execute countermeasures in close alignment with supervisor. Plan production and schedule complex production sequences, using the ERP system considering lead times, shipping dates, sales forecasts, customer orders and backorders. Evaluate capacity loads for complex production lines. Involve in optimization projects concerning production planning processes. Train and support the production planner to fulfill the required tasks according to work routines. First‑level support for production planners in the plant and central contact for production planning processes. Analyze and, if necessary, correct relevant master data for production planning. Analyze optimization potential within production planning processes and implement according to central standards. Support the project team in the I2P phase regarding production planning and steering. Specify and implement system‑based change requests, especially executing requirement gathering, gap analysis, testing, user training, application documentation. Document production planning related SAP modules to meet business requirements. Project Management / Key User Support the management and project lead for complex logistics projects from technical and organizational perspective, including rollout and sustainable implementation of corporate standard processes. Define, plan, coordinate and monitor tasks within project teams using defined methods and systems. Prepare and develop concepts for improving recording, analysis, modeling, presentation and management of process‑related data. Continuously monitor project success regarding time, budget and quality output; drive execution of defined actions. Coaching and training of the project team and/or trigger additional trainings. Negotiate general logistics conditions with suppliers, service providers and customers (e.g. JIT/JIS processes, turnaround periods, packaging) in agreement with responsible departments. Your Qualifications 3+ years of experience in similar positions. Management of inventories (Days on Hand). Experience with injection molding machines, multipart. Even if you do not meet all our requirements, do not hesitate to apply to us, because the further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company. FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We continuously look for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity. Please send us your application via our career portal, stating your salary requirements and earliest possible starting date, with the reference number req17034. HELLA Automotive Mexico S.A. de C.V.Nayeli Ines Vega Alcantara #J-18808-Ljbffr