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Supply Chain Expert Americas Region

Country/Region:  MX
Location: 

Gomez Palacio, MX

At ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 51 locations in 22 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.

Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.

Req ID 73570 | ZF Passive Safety La Laguna, Mexico, ZF Passive Safety Systems de Mexico S. de R.L. de C. V.

  

Your Tasks

  • Define and deploy digitalization roadmap for SCM operations across the Americas region.
  • Align regional digital initiatives with global SCM and Industry 4.0 strategies.
  • Identify opportunities for automation, data integration, and real-time visibility.
  • Lead implementation of digital tools (e.g., MES integration, WMS enhancements, IoT solutions).
  • Analyze and design end-to-end material flow (inbound, internal production, outbound).
  • Optimize physical flow, reducing lead times, handling costs, and inventory.
  • Define and standardize material flow concepts across plants and warehouses.
  • Support line-feeding concepts (Kanban, JIT/JIS, supermarkets, milk runs).
  • Implement dashboards and KPIs for material flow and logistics visibility.
  • Drive use of digital twins and simulation tools for flow optimization.
  • Define and roll out standardized SCM digital processes and tools.
  • Support audits and assessments related to SCM digital maturity.
  • Evaluate and implement automation technologies (AGVs, AMRs, robotics, smart conveyors).
  • Integrate automation into material flow concepts.
  • Coordinate layout changes aligned with automation strategies.
  • Lead regional digitalization and material flow projects (greenfield/brownfield)
  • Manage cross-functional teams (IT, operations, engineering, external vendors).

 

Your Profile

  • Bachelor Degree, APICS Certification
  • 10+ years experience in supply chain / logistics/in automotive industry
  • Excellent English and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain and material flow principles.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), WMS, MES.
  • Knowledge of digitalization tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python is a plus).
  • Familiarity with simulation tools (Any Logic, Plant Simulation, etc.)
  • Understanding of automation technologies (AGVs/AMRs, Industry 4.0 systems).

 

Be part of our ZF Lifetec team as Supply Chain Expert Americas Region and apply now!

Contact

Barbara Campa Fernandez

Barbara.Campa@zf-lifetec.com 

Why ZF LIFETEC?

  • Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
  • Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
  • Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
  • Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.

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