Material Management Operations Manager

The Material Management Operations Manager leads the strategic planning and operational execution of inventory across the Automotive Division, ensuring optimal stock levels and improved availability while optimizing working capital. This role is central to synchronizing inventory with business objectives, overseeing governance, and enhancing system capabilities to support high service level performance. Leading a team of planners, the manager drives development within the supply chain, implements continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures customer satisfaction. Ensure effective coordination and execution of OEM programs and guidelines. Reduce demand-supply gaps and monitor vendor performance in collaboration with alignment with Brand Business Units. Validate and approve order proposals ensuring optimal planning and placement. Improve fill rates, reduce back orders, and recover lost sales to meet service-level targets across all channels. Achieve balanced inventory levels through improved stock mix and reduced excess and obsolete inventory. Optimize network stock, managing replenishments, returns, and stock health at branch level. Oversee and manage VOR order handling and minimize customer downtime. Continuously monitor inventory performance, demand fluctuations, and sales trends. Lead Syncron parameter monitoring and refinement, resolving system exceptions.