JOB PURPOSE:
The Material, Planning and Logistics Launch Coordinator is required to co-ordinate the material, planning and logistics aspects of new model programmes, for a specific range of part numbers, and engineering changes whilst ensuring there is no disruption to the business.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Represent MP&L in all launch related meetings, ensuring all relevant parties are informed of any concerns raised and action is taken.
* Work with the Launch Team to track build status and ensuring the correct parts are available to support the build programme.
* To enforce all change discipline during all running changes to ensure stable BOM, reporting any concerns to the correct department and ensuring permanent corrective action is in place, in a timely manner.
* Report out on metrics to show the progress of launch parts into the business.
* Run regular Open to Go meetings to identify issues and remove roadblocks to running and carryover Engineering changes.
* To co-ordinate production parts issues between MP&L Material Planners and Purchasing to ensure the correct parts are supplied for the correct build phase.
* Ensure new model and model revision projects are delivered on time and to budget - no impact on operational metrics such as line stops and misfits.
* Ensure Engineering changes are delivered with no impact on operational metrics such as line stops and misfits.
* Ensure obsolescent material costs are below budget.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
* Degree or Higher diploma qualified or equivalent preferable.
* Experience of managing a New Model Launch in the automotive industry.
* Knowledge of engineering change and Bill of Material structures.
* Good computer skills and reporting competence. Microsoft excel and PowerPoint knowledge essential.
* Analytical skills to set KPI's and measure performance.
* Post holder must be self-starting and confident in own ability to succeed.
* Strong communication and presentation skills at all levels of the company.
* Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, together with the ability to work accurately and efficiently, taking resourceful action during periods of considerable pressure.
* Must be comfortable engaging at all levels of the organisation.
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