Sr Manager, Supply Chain Logistics, EV Battery Solutions, Oklahoma City, OK

Position Overview

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Logistics at Cox Enterprises in Oklahoma City is responsible for overseeing parts logistics, inventory control, and supply chain optimization to achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction. This role leads inventory planning, procurement and distribution strategies, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and plays a key part in implementing a new inventory management system. The role is based on-site in Oklahoma City and requires strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the EVBS Vision for Parts and Inventory Management: set the vision for physical and digital inventory management, drive consensus with key stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Client facing teams), and focus on continuous improvement and error proofing (kaizen, kanban).
• Own Production Schedule Management: develop detailed production schedules to drive sourcing, inventory, and procurement activities; create forecasts in the absence of supplier data; and collaborate with production teams to adjust schedules based on real-time constraints.
• Enhance Communication and Collaboration: cultivate strong relationships with suppliers, internal teams, and EVBS clients; communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies promptly.
• Oversee Parts Inventory: ensure adequate inventory to support production by determining part usage, aligning procurement with build plans, resolving shortages, expediting shipments, and planning strategic purchases.
• Conduct Cycle Counts and Audits: perform regular cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and quality inspections while maintaining accurate records of MOQs and supplier lead times.
• Manage Core and Crate Inventories: ensure sufficient core inventory and manage crate supply by monitoring return loops, damage rates, and coordinating procurement with storage constraints.
• Perform Forecasting, Financial & Risk Analysis: develop forecasts, conduct cost analysis to support sourcing decisions, and perform risk assessments with contingency planning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience, including at least 3 years in a management/leadership role.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain operations, planning, inventory management and/or logistics, preferably in the automotive or EV-related industries.
• Strong experience with Inventory Control & Compliance and production planning.
• Proven ability to create and manage forecasts and production schedules.
• Proficiency with implementing and maintaining ERP systems and supply chain analytics tools.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and be based in one of the EV Battery Center Regions – including Oklahoma City.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of EV battery components and supply chain dynamics.
• Automotive OEM parts experience is a plus.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and just-in-time (JIT) inventory practices.
• Six Sigma, green belt, or black belt certification preferred.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in sourcing and materials management.