**Job Mission:** Acting with focus on material planning, efficient and sustainable transportation, control of material receipt—only what is necessary—complying with legal regulations and compliance standards, warehouse management with inventory accuracy, and line supply in the right order and at the right time. Operating with a data-driven approach, continuous improvement, and process optimization, aiming to ensure safety of people and assets, with a quality mindset, reduction of operational costs, and increased logistics efficiency. Develop and monitor performance indicators (KPIs), support managers in decision-making, and promote excellence in logistics flows and service to production volumes, transforming challenges into opportunities for improvement. **Responsibilities and Duties** **Activity Description:** Responsible for ensuring efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement of logistics operations, acting strategically and operationally through our SOP 3 (Support-Oriented Process), aligned with CMPS guidelines and QMS, in synergy with Group companies. Parts Availability Assurance * Ensure Manufacturing has parts availability according to production planning, at the right time, in the right quantity, and with quality. * Follow up with suppliers to ensure parts receipt according to release or other tool in use. * Act as problem solver with critical suppliers whenever necessary. Logistics Contracts Management * Control contracts with technical and operational focus, ensuring compliance with the Descriptive Memorandum. * Monitor service providers' performance indicators fairly and based on data. * Request application of contractual charges when necessary. * Constantly seek cost optimization and improved performance of service providers. Process Mapping and Analysis * Identify, document, and review logistics flows such as transportation, receiving, storage, supply, picking, shipping, and returns. * Propose improvements based on technical analyses aligned with CMPS principles. Development and Standardization of Procedures * Support operational training and ensure adherence to defined processes and work instructions. * Update procedures according to action plans and new implementations. Performance Indicators (KPIs) Management * Collect, analyze, and report indicators such as lead time, dwell time, productivity, and accuracy. * Propose and monitor corrective and/or preventive actions based on results. Continuous Improvement * Identify optimization opportunities using methodologies such as PDCA, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, A3, among others. * Lead and/or participate in improvement and operational efficiency projects together with Modular Consortium partners, seeking synergy within the Group. Digitalization and Process Automation * Support implementation of systems such as WMS, TMS, and ERP (e.g., SAP). * Use BI tools (Power BI, advanced Excel) for data analysis and visualization. * Identify repetitive and mechanized processes and activities that can be automated, developing RPAs whenever possible. Compliance and Audits * Support internal and external audits. * Ensure compliance with standards, internal policies, regulatory requirements, and respect for Group values. Logistics Projects Management * Participate in expansion projects, new layouts, and new workflows. * Stay updated on new technologies. * Monitor and ensure task completion during active shifts in the consortium. * Conduct technical and financial feasibility analyses of new proposals. **Requirements and Qualifications** **Education:** * Bachelor's degree in Administration, Logistics, Production Management, or Engineering * Postgraduate degree in Project Management, Logistics Supply Chain, Human Resources Management, Automotive Process Management **Languages:** * Intermediate English  **Technologies:** * Power BI, SAP PP, ETKA, KVS **Other Courses:** * SIX SIGMA certifications (Preferred) With a complete portfolio of solutions for cargo and passenger transportation, Volkswagen Trucks and Buses is one of the **largest manufacturers in Latin America** and part of the **TRATON Group**, one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, comprising the brands Volkswagen Trucks and Buses, MAN, Scania, Navistar, and RIO. Since beginning operations in 1981, reaching the top of the market, respecting and **meeting customer needs** with the best cost-benefit ratio, has always been our company’s focus. And this is exactly what we offer customers: **customized** trucks and buses, excellent after-sales service, and a wide range of services. Brazil hosts the **global research and development center** for the Volkswagen Trucks and Buses brand, with expertise in emerging markets for customized vehicles. Thus, we are constantly connected to innovation in both our products and services, aiming to meet our customers’ demands. The Volkswagen Trucks and Buses plant in Resende adopts the **Modular Consortium**, a unique and innovative production model worldwide, in which our suppliers are directly involved in vehicle manufacturing. With a network of **150 dealerships**, our products reach all regions of Brazil. We also export to over **30 countries in Latin America and Africa**. At the heart of our operations are hundreds of employees from across Brazil, with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skills, living every day by our motto: **together, we are unbeatable!** **WHAT WE OFFER** -------------------- Volkswagen Trucks and Buses is recognized as one of the **best companies to work for** in Brazil! We are an **innovative company** that adapts to the market and customer needs, striving to deliver products with the highest quality and technology. With this focus, we achieve excellent results on a solid foundation that enables professional development for our employees. For us, it is essential to attract and retain professionals who help our organization achieve its goals and surpass its targets. Working at Volkswagen Trucks and Buses means being part of an environment that fosters a strong **connection between work, people, and achievements**. That is why we value and respect our professionals. It is our people who make the difference in our business and position our brand as a leader in the Brazilian automotive industry. **WE VALUE YOUR TALENT** --------------------------- We are committed to fostering a **diverse and inclusive environment** where everyone is valued for their skills and competencies. We believe people are crucial to our growth and success, aligned with our **values**: respect, integrity, teamwork, determination, and customer focus. Among the initiatives to promote a **culture of diversity** at Volkswagen Trucks and Buses are affinity groups. The purpose of these forums is to drive discussions and information exchange. There are five priority themes, each with a specific group and always supported by a vice president or director as sponsor: gender, generations, people with disabilities, sexual orientation, and race.