At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tenneco.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CRyan.Candela%40tenneco.com%7C882079d7a375486d4ca808dd5b4bb976%7C6eec918bf65444a7ac1aabfdb64e694e%7C0%7C0%7C638767102965296131%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9gs07jiDQYGAr9h%2FSQT3XbI%2F4fXk0xzFFSy5tL5QN%2Bw%3D&reserved=0">our website</a> to discover <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tenneco.com%2Fcareers%2Flife-at-tenneco&data=05%7C02%7CRyan.Candela%40tenneco.com%7C882079d7a375486d4ca808dd5b4bb976%7C6eec918bf65444a7ac1aabfdb64e694e%7C0%7C0%7C638767102965307338%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=li7PwZBTjY4DKR3PVx2%2FIcdOPFHCt2obGI3GTXY0nzw%3D&reserved=0">the Tenneco Way</a>ABOUT THE ROLE: As Supply Chain Manager, you lead the synchronization of production, materials, and logistics to achieve operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost. You champion disciplined execution and lean principles by building a high-performing, adaptable team that is focused on continuous improvement. Leveraging data-driven insights and a hands-on approach to problem-solving, you enable long-term success and set the standard for collaboration across the business. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead the site’s supply chain to consistently meet or exceed the Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost (SQDIC) targets. Create rigor in daily management, escalation routines, and issue resolution that will continue to raise the bar. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manages customer demand input, customer communication and FG delivery. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Inventory management (incoming material, WIP, FG): FIFO (if applicable), bank development, vendor managed, pay on consumption, excess, obsolete, physical inventory, cycle counting, etc. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensures process are in place to support IATF audit requirements: Shipping/receiving, customer service, production identification, warehouse/material flow/ (5S) /warehouse racking, line-side replenishment process, customer specification requirements, incoming customer requirements (order intake), scheduling and supplier releases. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lean Supply Chain Implementation: Transform the site’s material flow by embedding Lean Principles and Practices. Deliver speed and simplicity through pull systems to improved warehouse and logistics processes. As an early adopter, pioneer better-than-best-in-class supply chain processes and breakthrough projects that position the plant as an internal benchmark across Tenneco globally. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Team Development: Builds a team that thinks end-to-end and takes ownership of outcomes, recognized as trusted problem-solvers and future leaders. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive people development and coaching to enable goal cascading and elevate performance. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Data Visibility & Control: Enhance system usage and data reliability to enable better planning, faster decision-making, and reduced variability across the supply chain. </li> </ul> JOB REQUIREMENTS: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or similar field. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in leading end-to-end supply chain management, preferrably in a manufacturing setting. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong background in driving Lean transformation within supply chain functions, linking Lean Principles with supply chain strategies. Simplicity while eliminating waste, implementing pull systems, and leading lead-time reduction is essential. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Demonstrated ability to support complex product launches and phase-outs with excellence in planning and execution. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proficient in ERP systems.</li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strategic vision and communication skills related to supply chain objectives. </li> <li style="line-height:107%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ownership, proactive approach.</li> </ul> PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Must be able to make occasional trips to manufacturing sites and customers by air and by automobile. </li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Able to be on call for customer and manufacturing sites</li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Able and willing to work around chemicals, coolants, oils, moving equipment, and electrical power. </li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to sit for an extended period of time (2 or more hours).</li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to clearly give and receive information through verbal (speaking & hearing) and written forms.</li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to closely examine and visually inspect parts and data. </li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to walk and move about, stoop and bend.</li> <li style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Works in all areas of the plant where dust, noise, and odors typical of the manufacturing environment exist.</li> </ul> We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

Sr. Supply Chain Manager (Manitowoc, WI, US) @ Tenneco Automotive

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