New Flyer - Business Manager, Manufacturing

Business Manager – Manufacturing

Anniston, AL

Crookston, MN

St. Cloud, MN

Hybrid

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies. 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Business Manager - Manufacturing is responsible for collaborating with various members of the Manufacturing Leadership Team to develop and execute the sales and delivery plan as defined by the Annual Operating Plan and the Business Plan. This position will lead a team of analysts to continually improve the process of converting the Business Plan into line entry schedules, sales/delivery plans, and customer-friendly schedules.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match / or RRSP with generous company match)
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 8.6M in 2022)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Play a critical role in driving the Manufacturing teams to attain quarterly and annual delivery performance objectives by identifying and driving issues to closure. 
• Oversee planning of weekly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for Motor Coach Industries and New Flyer.
• Ensure weekly sales and delivery targets are being achieved by all facilities, and development and oversight of recovery plans.
• Improve process of accurately communicating delivery plans to customers and finance as required.
• Improve Customer Friendly Process to better fit requirements. 
• Collaborate with Master Scheduling team and Analysts to create optimal detailed line entry schedule process.
• Oversee team of Analysts; refine and streamline internal processes.
• Prepare and adjust monthly labour forecasting matrix to reflect latest Master Production Schedule revisions. 
• Oversight of daily Production status call and ensure follow-up of issues preventing sales and manufacturing performance.
• Lead various improvement initiatives relating to manufacturing and internal processes.
• Ensure schedules are achievable and within customer requirements by providing feedback to the scheduling team. 
• Provide weekly update to the Executive Leadership Team on manufacturing performance during bus business report-outs. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a production related function with progressively more responsibility.
• Post secondary education in business and/or engineering (equivalent experience will be considered).
• Exceptional communication, time management and organizational skills. 
• An analytical approach to problems with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Advanced computer skills including Excel and other Microsoft Suite programs (e.g., SharePoint, PowerPoint).  
• Experience with Oracle would be considered an asset. 

Up to 10% of travel is required in this position. 

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New Flyer is an EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer.  Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions.  News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.