Danville, KY, US, 40422-9560
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Requisition: 66534
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
Reports to the Materials, Logistics, & Customer Service Team Lead. Primarily responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers by utilizing excellent, in-depth knowledge of MRP system, customer requirements, and partnering with the sales team to provide customers with help to develop the process flow related to customer’s needs. Will collaborate closely with the Shipping, Production, Sales/Customer Service, and Purchasing personnel.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities / Duties to include but not limited to the following:
Responsible for timely and accurate information regarding incoming customer order status and requests.
Process customer orders/changes according to established department policies and procedures.
Initiate and respond to telephone calls, e-mails, and other correspondence regarding expediting orders and/or providing lead time information.
Order entry; daily input of customer orders. Provide order acknowledgements to customer base.
Telephone, e-mail and other contact with customer bases to enter orders, expedite orders, check outstanding order status, etc. for customer inquiries.
Position must always deal calmly and professionally with customers.
Identifies delivery problems and proactively consults with proper company personnel and then provides best resolution for our customers.
Maintains skills and knowledge on customer and/or company order entry methods.
Conducts routine maintenance and reviews of customers’ websites and their requirements.
Learns all product lines to the degree required to competently interact with both internal and external customers, recognizing primary responsibility may be directed toward one product line or one customer base.
Establishes and maintains professional business relationships with Sales team and managers, accounting, shipping, and manufacturing to ensure proper expediting and order processing.
Participating in training required to keep up to date on new parts, customer requirements, standards, etc.
Notifies facility if special labeling is required for shipment and in some instances supplies to the shipping department.
Process orders through MRP system
Provide reports and data information using MRP or Microsoft Office Software
Generates correspondence for additional customer information to resolve customer disputes.
Maintain detailed files for documentation
Conference with production, shipping, warehouse, or carrier vendors to expedite or trace missing or delayed shipments.
Recommend measures for and participate in continual improvement of quality methods, shipping methods, inventory management, etc.
React and follow through with all customer issues, including quality issues, to ensure that no defective products are shipped to customers.
Other duties as assigned or needed.
Education and Qualifications
3-5 years of experience managing customer accounts, providing customer service, and supporting customer relationships in a manufacturing environment. Associate's degree preferred, or 4-5 years of relevant customer service, account management, or manufacturing customer support experience will be considered
Proficient computer skills with ERP/MRP applications (SAP strongly preferred) and Microsoft Office Applications
Ability to work in a team environment and independently
Courteous, clear, and professional manners in dealing with the Company’s customer base.
Excellent organizational and communication skills – written and oral
Strong team building and people skills include the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation.
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS office
A proven track record of cross-functional interaction
Demonstrated success in problem solving
Must possess strong analytical skills in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress
Knowledge of MRP system operation and management including computer literacy applied to scheduling and data management
Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time efficiently. Must have the ability to effectively manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously, planning and scheduling work and activities to routinely meet cost and schedule parameters.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of Lean including but not limited to value stream mapping, voice of the customer, kaizen leadership, continuous flow, and 5S.
Ability to learn new concepts and effectively pass this knowledge on to others through training or the design of practical experience and exercises.
Demonstrated ability to drive work and achieve results.
Must possess a detail orientation, be able to work effectively as an individual contributor and possess solid interpersonal relationship and communication skills
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential duties of this job, employee is required to use hands to type and write; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Employees must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time; must be able to talk and hear well enough to effectively communicate with others. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Special vision requirements necessary to effectively perform the essential duties of this job include close vision and ability to see detail, adjust focus, and look at a computer screen for extended periods of time.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.
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Our Values
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