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We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.
Some of your Benefits
401K Match
401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
Personal Development
Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
Vacation
Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.
On-Site
Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
Responsibilities
- Supports the global Plant Manager and the Operations Manager and plays a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain processes within Gaskets NA. builds and leads a strong team that supports achieving targets at best cost. That includes and is not limited to:
- Supports the Plant Manager in the definition and tracking of annual targets and projects to meet and implement supply chain strategies aligned with overall business targets. Special focus is on inventory and on-time delivery targets.
- Leads a team of purchasing specialists and ensures on-time availability of raw materials and indirect material.
- Leads a team of planners and SAP specialists and consistently optimizes and harmonizes processes within the Manchester facility to best support operations.
- Connects to all relevant corporate functions especially SCM, Procurement and Customer Service.
- Leads the warehouse and the material handling group and ensures timely and efficient service.
- Executes and manages special projects for the Manchester site and within North America such as warehouse move and business relocations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
- 5-7 years’ experience or 2-year degree with 10 year experience in SCM
- Deep understanding of an SAP ERP System in all SCM/production related processes. Apply and explain.
- LEAN spirit, able to moderate and structure
- Profound Change Management experience
- People Management
- Ability to build strong partnerships between internal and external organizations to achieve targeted goals – Networker, solid teamwork and relationship building required.
- Customer Service/Marketing/Sales account management experience with an emphasis on manufacturing
- Min. 5-year experience in team leading function > 10.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills with emphasis on telephone skills
- Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while serving as a sparring partner to internal/external stakeholders. Fosters teamwork between employees and across the organization.
- Value for Customers: Drives a customer-oriented business strategy and provides indispensable support to deliver successful outcomes.
- Innovation: Envisions the impact of potential future trends and proactively drives necessary changes. Encourages creativity and initiative from employees.
- Drive & Execution: Inspires and motivates self and others, while taking full accountability for actions and results.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Additional Information
Nicholas Bailey
248 938 2026
Nicholas.Bailey@fnst.com