Materials Planning and Control Supervisor II

Tasks

Inside the Role

Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all material related activities required to support production changeovers and releases. This role ensures that the correct materials, components, and documentation are staged, verified, and ready before each production run. Acting as a key link between production, logistics, warehousing, procurement; minimizes downtime, prevents material shortages, and maintains accuracy throughout the changeover process. The supervisor analyzes capacity, monitors inventory levels, resolves bottlenecks, and leads a team responsible for daily scheduling and release functions. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $104,000 - $133,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop release process for materials readiness, expand on current PFEP report and ensure that materials delivery is optimized for production support.

• Develop, maintain, and optimize daily, weekly, and long-range production schedules.

• Coordinate material availability, capacity constraints, and labor resources to create realistic and efficient plans.

• Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans proactively to address disruptions or changes in demand.

• Work with Logistics / Production to manage and reduce part shortages

• Continuous Improvement of SQDCME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, Environmental) including employees skills and performance

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university and 6+ years of related experience OR Associate's Degree with 8+ years of experience OR High School Diploma with 10+ years of experience required

• An attached resume is required

• Working knowledge of Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Quality Management and Material Management modules of SAP required

• Strong understanding of standard inventory and logistics principles required

• 1+ year of group leader, project lead or mentoring experience required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• A degree focus in Business, Engineering or Finance is preferred

• Skilled in root cause analysis preferred

• Must be able to analyze and solve complex inventory issues, under production conditions preferred

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

High Point, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

Qualifications

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