Company Overview

Firestone Airide, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 80 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. Firestone engineers air springs and related products for commercial trucks and trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, mini vans, motor homes, buses, agricultural equipment, rail and industrial applications.

Position Summary

Directly manages Supply Chain Analysts performing functions such as production planning, inventory control, forecast analysis, and intra-company transfers of goods. Creates integrated processes among internal functions (e.g., operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Planning Manager like you to join our Firestone Airide team!

In this position you will:

• Develops solutions to problems of complex scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from managers

• Applies research towards the planning, design development, testing, and completion of projects

• Impact is generally longer term, while staying close with day-to-day issues in supply chain

• Continues building knowledge of organization and processes

• Able to provide direction to the team through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.

• Be a team player, proficient in necessary tools (SAP, Excel, PowerPoint) to be able to cover for other LSCM team members

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or other relevant disciplineAdvanced degree preferred5 – 10 years experience in a supply chain related disciplineAdvanced SAP experience in MM/PP modules requiredEnergized self-starter with a thirst for knowledge and a natural collaborator

At Bridgestone Americas we value Diversity. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals, and teams. We are creating a workplace that fosters a culture of acceptance where you are free to be your true self because what we need is who you are.

Apply and join our team to begin a career at Bridgestone Americas. Trust your talent; trust the journey. Be Bridgestone.

Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:

A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team.