Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are “Invented for Life.”

The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.

Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

The PS Logistics Planning Manager is responsible for all Source, Make & Deliver activities in ChP for all PS Products (EV14, HDEV5, HDEV6, HDP5 and SMG). This position manages all PS activities regarding Inventory, Freight, Leveling, Delivery Performance and is a key member of the Value Stream Team to achieve cost and performance goals. Additionally, the PS Planning Manager will be expected to be a key contributing member of the PS International Production Network (IPN) Community, with Lead Plants in Bamberg, Homburg & Hildesheim.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and develop Charleston planning team
• Create and drive plans for continued improvements of logistics planning processes.
• Direct and manage plant policies, objectives and initiatives
• Provide strategic guidance, information, and feedback for team decision making.
• Hire, coach and mentor direct reports.
• Communicate key initiatives, direction and vision to internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify connections between situations and key issues in complex operating environment
• Ensure logistics performance to satisfy both internal and external customer needs.
• Actively market and promote plant operational capabilities and quality standards.
• Ensure adherence to existing work standards and processes to meet quality/delivery targets.
• Set priorities in an effective manner to assure completion of all assignments successfully and within allotted time frames.
• Key Value Stream representative for Logistics Planning activities
• ChP representative in the IPN for topics related to volume allocations, production planning and supplier allocations

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree (engineering or supply chain related preferred), minimum 5 years prior Logistics or equivalent experience.
• Advanced / proven project management experience
• A comprehensive knowledge of BPS / lean logistics concepts.
• Experience working within an International Production Network (IPN) with an established network
• Ability to steer an international production facility, with various stakeholders abroad
• Effective interpersonal and supervisory skills
• SAP MRP experience preferred, MS Office proficiency
• Previous knowledge of emerging technologies related to Logistics, such as I4.0, ProCon, Digi@LOP, SAC Analytics Cloud Dashboards, Kinaxis, etc. preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills and experience in using problem solving techniques such as 8D, 5 Why, CIP
• High level of teamwork, customer focus, and initiative
• Flexible (welcome and adaptable to change), including working hours
• Discipline and consistency regarding adherence to established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to identify, analyze and resolve complex problems.
• Must have a high sense of urgency, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce – EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.