.Global. Collaborative. Innovative. Together, we will transform the automotive interiors industry. Together, we will redefine the ways people experience life onboard vehicles.Job DescriptionJob SummaryResponsible for the development and support of manufacturing execution systems and related shop floor systems. Working closely with regional leadership, IT staff, and cross-functional site resources, this role is responsible for helping to develop the initial business case, funding proposal, and staffing requirements for site or product-specific MES launches, regional MES/shop floor deployments and upgrades, as well as long-term production support once projects are delivered. This role leads a team of MES specialists and analysts who manage and support individual projects and manufacturing operations within the responsible locations.ResponsibilitiesWorks with business representatives to specify the standard system template for how MES and shop flow systems are designed, installed, and operated across the global Yanfeng organization.Leads, mentors, and coordinates the activities of a dedicated team of IT experts and analysts who design, deploy, and support MES and shop floor IT solutions within the globally specified standard.Gathers requirements and rationalizes the business case for proposed MES and shop floor IT solutions that support manufacturing operations.Owns vendor relationships to quote, deploy, and support MES and shop floor installations.Provides an escalation point for project issues and operations support related to MES and shop floor systems.Leads, motivates, and enables co-workers, including capability and knowledge development needed.QualificationsUniversity degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent experience). An advanced technical degree or applicable graduate degree (MBA) is highly desirable.At least 5 years of experience in IT operation, service management, or other IT roles, with at least 2 years of recent supervisory (management) experience required.Management experience with a similar size team and impact.Experience with large IT project implementations and business operations.Subject matter expertise with manufacturing execution systems/shop floor control systems in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive industry.Able to travel to geographic regions where Yanfeng operates, including North America, EMEA, and Asia.Must have demonstrable knowledge of plant operations, manufacturing, and supply chain.Proven ability to manage multiple projects or programs.Proven ability to successfully lead teams.Must be able to identify process deficiencies and gaps and propose process changes and solutions to close the gaps.Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment and to lead others in a directed effort to complete projects.Knowledge of and sensitivity to global cultural diversity elements in the business environment