Capacity and Option Planning Manager

The integration between Fiat and Chrysler dates back to 2009 after Chrysler filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on 30 April 2009. On 10 June 2009, Chrysler emerged from the bankruptcy proceedings with the United Auto Workers pension fund, Fiat, and the U.S. and Canadian governments as principal owners.

The Capacity & Option Planning (COPS) Manager will manage a group consisting of five analysts responsible for the option rate forecast system (COPS) and the part volume forecast (PVS) systems for the mid-to-long term horizon planning.

* The ideal candidate will track, manage, and monitor system enhancements, monthly volume loads, and the publication of long-term volume forecasts. * The COPS Manager will be responsible for working and coordinating with other organizations such as: Long Term Volume Planning, Product Planning, Purchasing, Regulatory Affairs, ICT, and Engineering to ensure that the option rates and part volume forecasts are accurate. * In addition, the COPS Manager is responsible to implement various projects, including but not limited to: the development of performance metrics, process re-engineering, statistical forecast modeling, and the redesign of existing processes to improve sourcing and capacity planning accuracy for the mid-to-long term horizon.

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field * Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and systems * Required proficiency in MS Office and MS Access with beginner to intermediate level understanding of databases systems and SQL * Excellent analytical and communication skills; capable of interpreting and presenting complex processes in a concise and logical manner to executive level audiences * Minimum 5 years experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or other related business function **Preferred Qualifications:** * Master's degree in Business or related field preferred * Proven self-starter, problem solving skills, and effective team building skills * System knowledge: EBOM, STV, MDP, VBASS, COPS, EVP