The Plant Manager position at the Paris Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) is responsible for all daily operations in a high paced, customer focused organization. This position will lead the team to achieve continuous improvement with: Inbound Operations, Outbound Operations, Claims Processing & On-time Customer Delivery.

　　Location: Parts Distribution Centre - Paris

　　The position will be permanently based in Paris, Ontario

　　Lead and manage PDC Operationso Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized worko Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / taskso Support Continuous Improvement and coach problem resolution to the lowest levelo Build Team Leader and Team Member capabilityo Communication & recognition of salaried & hourly personnel

　　Direct and mentor operations staff

　　Interaction with all levels of management across diverse functions.

　　Foster a positive working relationship with Unifor local leadership

　　Manage operational budgets and business plans

　　Support service relationships with Dealers and Part Managers

　　Partner with transportation organizations and carriers

　　Provide direction and support in the allocation of resources in order to appropriately cover material handling responsibilities • Ensure flawless flow of parts through proactive planning and cross-functional communication• Effectively implement the Engineering Change Process• Identify data gaps and take corrective actions.• Ensure overall organization and cleanliness of the facility

　　Basic Qualifications

　　Bachelor's Degree (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required.)

　　Extensive Distribution Operations experience in the Daily Parts Advantage (DPA/EWM) environment.

　　Knowledge and experience with Parts Service and Logistics Vital Few Metrics (KPI’s)

　　Extensive background and success with building relationships and working with union partners

　　Extensive and detailed experience with Partners in Customer Satisfaction (PICS) and Just in Time processing

　　Proven leadership experience

　　Preferred Qualificaitons:

　　Proven Interpersonal Skills

　　Dedicated, Passionate, Self-Motivated, Creative Thinker and Decision Maker

　　Knowledge of SAP, MMP, SFP, and other PS&L unique systems.

　　Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Warehousing, and Transportation experience desired

　　Ability to manage to deadlines / timelines, with high degree of planned and unplanned variables and complexities.

　　Drive for results, analytical skills, business acumen and ability to work independently and collaboratively with our partners.

　　Embody Ford + leadership behaviors

　　Apply your proven skills with an industry leading organization. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

　　Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

　　Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited does not sponsor work permit application

　　Requisition ID : 23310