Product Structure and Performance Manager

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

This position is for in-person work, in Contagem, MG.

Who will you work with?

The Product Structure and Performance Manager acts as a strategic leader, responsible for leading the Configuration and Control team, as well as establishing and strengthening partnerships with the Engineering, Processes, Manufacturing, Materials, Programs, and Services areas.

How will you make a difference?

This person will be responsible for the management of the MBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Materials), as well as monitoring and analyzing the main performance indicators of the Supply Chain area.

What do we want to know about you?

• Higher education in Engineering, Administration or related fields.
• Solid experience in materials management (BOM) and performance indicator-based management.
• Good understanding of finance and business impact factors, with the ability to communicate engineering changes in long-term strategic plans.
• Ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively with different areas of the organization.
• Analytical profile, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of systems and processes related to MPS (Master Production Schedule) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning).
• Fluency in English.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in leadership positions, with a focus on team and project management.
• Post-graduation or MBA in areas related to the function.
• Experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) management tools, especially in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) environments.

What will your day-to-day be like?

• Supervise and guide the Configuration and Control team, offering continuous support and promoting skill development.
• Collaborate with senior leadership in defining control models that ensure the results of the Supply Chain area.
• Lead the Configuration and Control process, ensuring effective communication between areas such as Operations, Product Lines, Finance, and Sales.
• Coordinate the creation and release of manufacturing bills of materials (MBOMs), in partnership with the configuration control team, as new programs are included in the Master Schedule.
• Manage the MBOM of programs based on approved EBOMs (Engineering Bills of Materials).
• Support manufacturing or purchase decisions for MBOM items, considering the plant's production capacity and acquisition strategies.
• Actively participate in weekly program meetings, ensuring alignment and continuous progress.
• Ensure the correct registration of part numbers with the appropriate fiscal parameters.
• Control the parameterization of parts, ensuring consistency in fiscal rules between the Contagem organizations.
• Monitor and centralize productivity indicators, ensuring that the entire organization has access to accurate and consistent information.

Benefits:

At Wabtec, people come first. That's why we ensure our employees feel valued and have the necessary tools to thrive. By joining us, you will have access to a series of benefits designed to promote your well-being and development. Check out what we offer so you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey:

• Medical Assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Dental Assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children)
• Profit and results sharing
• Private Pension
• Food Policy according to location
• Parking Policy or Transport Voucher
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance
• Headspace – mental health focused app
• Christmas Card or Basket for employees according to location
• Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old
• Extended maternity leave
• Program for Pregnant Women and Babies
• Language incentive policy
• Mentoring Programs and access to training platform

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