Releasing and Forecasting Supply Chain Specialist

The Releasing and Forecasting Supply Chain Specialist role is responsible to aid in resolving releasing and/or supply concerns identified by internal team and/or external business users. This position is key to ensuring supply chain releasing processes & systems are maintained & operating as designed for business use. Exposure to cross functional teams outside of Supply Chain for example MLM, Finance, ICT and/or the external supply base, is to be expected. Coordinate with system analysts while supporting executive reporting and/or system data integrity maintenance. Specific responsibilities include but not limited to: Working cross functionally with vehicle Platform & Demand planning teams on timely release program processing for VBASS & CHIERS inclusive of weekend and mid-week release process Apply approved assembly plant calendar changes, B/O & J1 updates, actualization, PC1 updates/ changes Support/Host Weekly Supplier update call Lead and coordinate with Supply Chain ICT to resolve system issues Coordinating with releasing/forecasting analysts & ensure KPI reporting & timelines are met as well as maintaining release adjustments Supporting supply chain system data integrity as an administrator and user for systems such as CLD/CLS Supporting proposals for supply chain system enhancements such as FOG/VBASS/CHIERS/CLD/CLS & supplier disputes via Sirius 2, provide timely feedback to cross functional teams on enhancement feasibility Presenting updates to Leadership team and/or program/platform managers as needed Critical to this role is an understanding of how parts are released, the associated processes and teams involved Candidate must be willing to work cross functionally and hold areas outside of the departmental scope accountable, be an agent of positive change Basic Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, ICT, Logistics, Operations Management, or other closely related degree from an accredited program Minimum of 8 years of Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Production Planning, Manufacturing, Materials Logistics Management or related experience Strong analytical skills Ability to think strategically and develop/improve processes Self-directed in achieving defined goals Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree Experience and understanding of STLA’s product configuration, bill of material, forecasting, releasing and purchasing systems Strong written and oral communication skills including experience presenting information to large and diverse groups including upwards to Level 1 and 2 Executives Strong leadership and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a team environment Advanced analytical skills Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge #J-18808-Ljbffr Stellantis Financial Services