Forseven, a revolutionary company is looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking a Vehicle Planning & Scheduling Manager to join our highly skilled and dynamic Manufacturing team .
The role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our offices in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
Reporting to the Head of Material, Planning & Logistics, you will be responsible for MP&L Order Control supports an effective order to delivery system through order bank management, capacity planning, systems planning and supplier scheduling to support an outstanding customer experience. The role works closely with other areas to develop the manufacturing and scheduling requirements to support the sales demands of Forseven.
What you will do:
* Developing and leading the Manufacturing Order Bank strategy
* Leading the short/medium/long term volume planning in conjunction with relevant functions
* Generating the Forseven Production Operating Strategy
* Agree a market/derivative build mix with Sales which is reflected in both the Sales & Manufacturing Order Banks
* Ensuring timely order availability from Sales and manage the order bank to agreed customer Delivery Precision and lead-time targets
* Supporting the Plant Vehicle Scheduling team with timely order submissions and order priorities
* Ensuring order bank option take-rate accuracy
* Developing business processes in conjunction with Sales, Brand and Purchase to identify and resolve capacity issues
* Confirming capacity feasibility by programme
* Supporting ongoing order to delivery improvement initiatives and plan and implement agreed changes
* Contingency planning in the event of supply base failure
* Constraints management of sales orders in conjunction with relevant functions
Who you are:
* Supply Chain / Logistics / Material Logistics related degree or equivalent experience
* Experience in Automotive or Manufacturing Industry with particular focus on Order Control
* Experience in capacity & constraints management
* Strong analytical skills and statistical ability
* Experience of leading collaboration and cross functional team working
* Experience of systems design & implementation (desirable)
About us and our culture…
At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.
Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation. We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.