Leader - Group Prototype Planning - (Wooster, OH)

The Leader Group, Prototype Planning is responsible leading developing prototype planners to ensure on-time delivery of prototypes for the Business Unit Transmission Technologies in Schaeffler Group North America at the Wooster, Ohio facility.S/he will be held countable for providing prototype costs, estimated component timing, and identify any prototype component that deviate from the prototype plan. This position will establish a recovery plan, follow up on overdue orders and set up weekly prototype delivery plan. The Leader Group, Prototype Planning will ensure all info is collected and the plan developed is achievable. This person must be an excellent negotiator and have effective communication as well as management expertise This person must be able to manage change as issues arise and adapt the prototype plan as needed.The Lead Planner must provide oversight and direction to employees in accordance with Schaeffler policies and procedures as well as assist employees in setting goals.