Order Management Lead
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Job overview
ZF is hiring an Order Management Lead. The Order Management Lead will join a dynamic team responsible for the end-to-end coordination of customer orders for the North Mankato production plant. This role serves as a key interface between customers and internal production planning, managing order flows according to contractual requirements and ensuring on-time delivery performance.
Key focus areas include Leads and develops the Order Management Team, Ensures seamless coordination between customer orders, production planning and logistics, and Acts as escalation point for customer and planning topics.
Successful candidates bring 3-5 Years Order Management Experience, 3-5 Years Production Planning Experience, and 3-5 Years Logistics Experience. Important skills include Team Development, Communication, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Structured Way Of Working, and ERP Systems.
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Full job description
Order Management Lead
Country/Region: US
Location:
North Mankato, MN, US
Req ID 89763 | [[location_obj]], United States ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc.
Join our dynamic Order Management Team, where we ensure a smooth end‑to‑end coordination of customer orders for our production plant in North Mankato. As a key interface between our customers and internal production planning, the team is responsible for managing order flows according to contractual requirements and ensuring on‑time delivery performance.
What you can look forward to as Order Management Lead:
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Leads and develops the Order Management Team
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Ensures seamless coordination between customer orders, production planning and logistics
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Acts as escalation point for customer and planning topics
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Monitors KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery, output) and drives improvements
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Develops process standardization and continuous improvement across both functions
Your Profile as Order Management Lead:
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Minimum 3-5 years of experience in order management, production planning, or logistics
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First leadership experience with strong team development and communication skills
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Strong analytical and organizational skills with a structured way of working
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Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and KPI-driven performance management
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Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving abilities in a cross-functional environment
What We Offer:
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A supportive collaborative team environment
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Annual Incentive Plan
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Paid Vacation
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Personal Time
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401k Plan
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Health Care Benefits
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Paid Holidays
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A strong diversity culture
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Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
The expected base compensation for this role is $57,300 - $71,600 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
Be part of our ZF team as Order Management Lead and apply now!
Contact
Gabriela Palacio
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
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What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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