Position Overview
International is looking to add a Supply Chain Container Manager to their team in Lisle!
A Supply Chain Container Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement, storage, and protection of goods throughout the supply chain. Below is an overview of their typical roles, responsibilities, and scope of work in a manufacturing supply chain operation
Responsibilities
Container Management
Manage US Container Planning Team - setting goals and measure team performance.
Establish standard systems and processes
Manage returnable packaging issues at all suppliers and US plants
Maintain data in all systems -PeopleSoft, BAAN & LN (MRP systems)
Setup shipments of excess, short racks/containers from all suppliers and plants
Analyze loops /safety days and recommend purchases, disposals
Excess returnable and obsolete returnable management
Boarder crossing assistance if needed
Source
Change impacts and redirecting Container Asset Management
Container Asset Management
Add new assets purchased each month to Peoplesoft
Maintain returnable scrap tracker
Review net book value of racks proposing to scrap
Fill out request to dispose forms
Remove assets scrap each month for Peoplesoft
Maintain supplier contacts and supplier return location file
Support Cycle counts for inventory accuracy
Repair and Maintenance US
Maintain International owned racks and containers at supplier and plants
Maintain returnable repair budget planning/tracking for truck and bus plants
Train/maintain damage rack tagging process at plants and suppliers
Purchase Order requisition/approve invoices
Address rack/container safety/ergo/quality issue
Oversee container cleaning programs
Manage/track/prioritize rack repairs at repair sources to reduce rack shortages
Work with team on design improvement process
Manage rack preventative maintenance programs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with procurement, suppliers, logistics, and production teams to align packaging requirements with supply chain objectives.
Collaborate with production engineers to ensure packaging supports manufacturing efficiency.
Coordinate with quality teams to test and validate packaging for compliance and durability.
Transportation/ Carrier interface
Sustainability Initiatives
Technical Documentation and Standards
Develop and maintain packaging specifications, standards
Document best practices for packaging and containerization
Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISTA, ISO 11607).
Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement
Troubleshoot packaging and container-related issues in the supply chain.
Conduct root cause analyses to address product damage or inefficiencies.
Implement corrective actions and track improvements.
Cost Management
Analyze cost implications of packaging materials and container systems.
Negotiate with suppliers to reduce costs without compromising quality.
Monitor and optimize packaging expendable spending across the supply chain
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree
At least 5 years of materials management or supply chain experience
OR
Master's degree
At least 4 years of materials management or supply chain experience
OR
At least 8 years of materials management or supply chain experience
Additional Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status).
Desired Skills
Bachelor's Degree
Project Management experience
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Familiarization with a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of Logistics and Transportation processes preferred.
Creative Problem solver
Customer Service Focus
Thrive within Ambiguity and Resilient to Change
Experience conducting VSM and Kiazan sessions.
Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)
Benefits and Compensation
We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.
For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience.
You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.
Company Overview
ABOUT TRATON
With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.": this intention underlines the Company's ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group's commercial growth.
ABOUT INTERNATIONALFrom a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,?few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com (https://www.international.com/our-company) .
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email?HUB@International.com?to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.
