AM Shipping Supervisor

About the role

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, with a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE™. With over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. At PHINIA, we Provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality - developed and manufactured responsibly - that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. In doing so, we contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards. Our Culture PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously. Career Opportunities We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow. JOB PURPOSE PHINIA is currently looking for a "dynamic, results driven" individual to join as an Material's Supervisor in our Laredo distribution center location.

Responsibilities

• Direct customer oversight of domestic and international ship-to locations while coordinating material requirements and outbound shipments with receiving inventory, office, and production floor teams to ensure accurate and on-time fulfillment.
• Execute corrective actions for customer issues, ensuring root cause resolution and long-term process stability.
• Implement 5S and Lean practices on the production floor to improve organization, efficiency, and safety.
• Coordinate annual physical inventory planning and execution, ensuring accuracy, reconciliation, and audit compliance.
• Reduce shipping costs by analyzing customer requirements and past due exposure to optimize logistics decisions.
• Develop and implement cost-saving, efficiency, and safety initiatives across materials and logistics operations.
• Daily coordination with San Luis Potosi plant to align production priorities, inventory levels and customer demand.
• Supervises the activities of the PC & L (materials) staff and
• Adjust work schedules as necessary to meet special order requirements.
• Acts as liaison between the PC& L (materials) staff and the management team.
• Champion improvements and new procedures with floor supervisors and hourly employees in the aftermarket business.
• Perform additional duties as assigned. The candidate must be willing to take on responsibilities outside their primary role as business needs evolve

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in materials management, logistics, or related manufacturing/distribution function
• SAP experience with the ability to navigate, analyze, and manage materials-related data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Understanding of how PC & L interrelates with other functions in the organization
• Strong knowledge of Phinia products and systems, as well as plant processes and procedures-shares this knowledge with others
• Demonstrated Supervisory skills with the ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Proven materials management expertise within a fast‑paced operational environment
• Experience working with quality systems, standards, and continuous‑improvement processes
• Strong customer‑facing and communication skills, with the ability to manage expectations and resolve issues effectively.
• Solid knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and the ability to apply them to daily operations and long‑term planning
• Hands‑on leadership style with a willingness to be actively involved on the floor and support operational needs directly

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