Material Flow Coordinator (M/F/D)

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There are few challenges as important today as creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. This requires a commitment to constantly improve the transportation of people and things.  We, at BorgWarner, made that commitment decades ago and have since been creating technologies to improve efficiency, emissions and performance in all types of vehicles.

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Our proven track record has made us industry leader in clean, energy-efficient propulsion system solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. We uncover strong trends and use smart science and technology to address a future based on varying regulations, consumer demands and automaker requirements.

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Our employees have earned trusted partnerships with customers and suppliers around the world.  We leverage these relationships to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges at hand and then do what it takes to develop the next solution.  Our strong operations and commercialization expertise result in high volume availability of competitive, efficient products that truly drive change.

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as Material Flow Coordinator (M/F/D) at our production plant in Viana, Portugal.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage daily operations related to the supply of raw materials to production lines, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of new logistics and distribution systems in coordination with the Internal Logistics Leader, including the development of tools, process digitalization, and RFID systems.
• Oversee the SMT process, focusing on supply flow definition and process implementation.
• Manage warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, handling and automated storage systems), ensuring proper data maintenance.
• Act as the liaison between Production Planning and Operations, particularly for Sample Builds—verifying quantities and preparing assembly kits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support problem-solving activities.
• Communicate with Procurement and Vendor Planning to align material requirements and adjust plans to avoid disruptions.
• Prioritize Sample Build production activities based on material availability and current demands.
• Provide technical support to Warehouse Team Leaders in problem-solving, setting priorities, and implementing strategies (including ERP system support).
• Define and maintain shelf-life configurations in the material master according to requirements.
• Promote and follow safe work practices and procedures.
• Actively participate in the improvement of the environmental management system and ensure compliance with ISO 14001 standards.
• Develop a culture characterized by good professional ethics and involvement in the process among employees in all áreas;
• Comply with environmental, health and safety, quality and productivity standards;
• Comply with the organization's rules and internal regulations: Code of Ethics, practice and working period;
• Respect workplace safety and cleanliness rules;
• Perform other tasks not included in the activity for which they were hired, when the needs or convenience of service so warrant, for the period of time necessary for the aforementioned needs or convenience of service.

Education & Experience

• Technical education in Logistics or Management;
• Experience with SMT processes and equipment;
• Understanding of layouts and material/information flows
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
• Knowledge of ERP systems and MES;
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and customer requirements;
• Skills in presentation, communication, and negotiation;
• Fluent in English (preferred).

Internal Use Only: Indirect Hourly

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