Supply Chain Project Leader

Lear For You

Lear Corporation is the leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, supplying all major automotive manufacturers worldwide with our world-class products in the areas of automotive seating and vehicle electrification. Our products are developed and manufactured by a diverse and talented team of more than 165,000 employees. With facilities in 39 countries, Lear operates in every major automotive manufacturing region worldwide.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supplier tracking based on the Product Development Process (PEP) / core SCM responsibilities for projects and series production
• •Conducting supplier commitment discussions (milestones, assumptions)
• •Identification of critical paths, risks and potential (logistics routes, scheduling, capacity management)
• •Supplier Monitoring according the Product Development Process (PEP)
• •Ensuring achievement of supplier maturity levels
• •Escalation and moderation in case of issues regarding supplier product and process maturity
• •Review of logistics concepts for potential in packaging and transport routes
• •Conducting or supporting supplier reviews (depending on project phase) – high risk suppliers
• •Tooling tracking and Identification of potential in timing within Tier 2+x (prototype and series production tools)
• •Support and planning of Supplier on-site reviews with Quality, Program Management and Engineering
• •Internal contact person for supplier issues, together with the Supplier Quality organization
• •Regular communication with the customer (Face of customer for Supplier topics) on working and management level.
• •Management status reporting
• •Program Management support (if needed)

REQUIRMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• •Fluent English and Slovak language skills. German language skills would be a big advantage.
• •High level of initiative and proactivity
• •Knowledge of product development processes and production environments
• •Technical manufacturing knowledge in metal, plastics, foam, textiles, or leather is an advantage
• •Experience in supplier management and/or supplier readiness preferred
• •Flexibility regarding travel (approx. 25% on average)
• •Structured working method and prioritization of issues
• •Ability to understand complex processes and a solution-oriented working approach
• •Problem-solving oriented
• •Management-level reporting skills
• •Strong moderation and negotiation skills

WE OFFER

• Year-end bonus – 13th salary
• Meal allowance
• Anniversary benefit.
• Referral benefit

Company canteen

• Development programs.
• Flexible working hours
• Training program for new employees
• Career growth opportunities
• Sports and cultural activities
• Vitamin package, fruit days every month, Christmas gifts
• Employee café
• Financial consultations.