Planning and Logistics Manager

About the role

The Planning and Logistics Manager is responsible for directing end‑to‑end logistics operations, ensuring the efficient flow of materials, products, and information from suppliers to internal and external customers. Based in Guanajuato, the role supports both national and international manufacturing activities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and oversee inbound, outbound, transportation, and warehouse operations aligned with production plans.
• Manage national and international transportation, optimizing routes, loads, delivery times, and costs.
• Ensure compliance with customs, fiscal, and foreign‑trade regulations, handling imports, exports, and documentation.
• Drive inventory accuracy, reduce shortages, excess stock, damage, and obsolescence.
• Lead continuous‑improvement and Lean Logistics initiatives to lower logistics costs and improve KPIs.
• Develop and coordinate the logistics team and cross‑functional stakeholders across the value chain.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, International Trade or related field; postgraduate degree or supply‑chain certification is a plus.
• Minimum 8 years of logistics leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced English proficiency and strong analytical abilities.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning, risk‑management and results‑orientation.

Required skills

• Strong expertise in SAP (MM, PP, WM/EWM).
• Advanced knowledge of MRP/MPS processes.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Power BI for reporting and analytics.
• Solid understanding of foreign‑trade regulations and Incoterms.