Matt Pohlman

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Our mission is to tackle the automotive industry’s most critical challenges in quality & corporate responsibility. AIAG develops innovative solutions & best-in-class standards that promote excellence and sustainability. @ AIAG - Automotive Industry Action Group
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Southfield, Michigan, United States, United States
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About Matt Pohlman

As the CEO of AIAG, I lead the organization’s mission to tackle the automotive industry’s most critical challenges in quality, supply chain efficiency, and corporate responsibility. By fostering collaboration among the brightest minds in the industry, AIAG develops innovative solutions and best-in-class standards that promote excellence and sustainability across the sector.With decades of leadership experience in the automotive industry, I bring a deep expertise spanning supply chain management, supplier quality, manufacturing, production control, distribution, aftermarket, purchasing, sales and marketing, reverse logistics, customs, and last-mile delivery. This diverse background in addition to being an Expat in England, Switzerland and Luxembourg positions him to address the evolving demands of the global automotive and mobility sectors.I have held senior executive roles at leading multinational organizations, including Federal-Mogul, Delphi Corporation, Tenneco, and WABCO/ZF Group. At Delphi, he served as Vice President of Global Supply Chain Management and later as Vice President of Integrated Supply Chain in Luxembourg, spearheading transformative initiatives that optimized operations and fueled growth.Now in my third year at AIAG, I am driving a transformative vision for the 42-year-old nonprofit, focusing on speed, relevance, and accountability to better serve the industry. As an advocate for professional leadership and industry advancement, I also serve on the Board of Directors for the International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB), reinforcing this commitment to shaping the future of automotive and mobility innovation. In addition, I serve on the local Board for the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Great Lakes Roundtable. Previously, I served on the Board of Directors for AIAG and for the Motor & Equipment Remanufacturers Association (MERA).

Matt Pohlman's Current Company Details
AIAG - Automotive Industry Action Group

Aiag - Automotive Industry Action Group

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Our mission is to tackle the automotive industry’s most critical challenges in quality & corporate responsibility. AIAG develops innovative solutions & best-in-class standards that promote excellence and sustainability.
Matt Pohlman Work Experience Details
  • Aiag - Automotive Industry Action Group
    Chief Executive Officer
    Aiag - Automotive Industry Action Group Aug 2022 - Present
    Southfield, Michigan, Us
    My key role is to collaborate with the AIAG Board of Directors to chart the organization's future course and drive initiatives that support members and mobility industries more broadly. I direct and manage all aspects of AIAG, determine strategic priorities, represent the organization in public forums, and work closely with internal teams and global partners to facilitate innovative solutions to common industry issues.Our mission at AIAG is to enable collaboration within the automotive/mobility and related industries to provide access to information, education and the tools needed so our stakeholders can continually improve the environment in which they operate.
  • First Brands Group, Llc
    Senior Vice President Distribution & Logistics
    First Brands Group, Llc Dec 2021 - Feb 2022
    Rochester, Michigan, Us
  • First Brands Group, Llc
    Vice President Supply Chain Operations
    First Brands Group, Llc Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
    Rochester, Michigan, Us
  • Zf Group
    Head Of Global Logistics, Integrated Supply Chain
    Zf Group May 2020 - Jan 2021
    Friedrichshafen, Baden-Württemberg, De
    Accountable to develop and drive a major transformation of the Global Logistics Strategy as part of the Commercial Vehicle Control Systems Division at ZF Group. A key focus is also in redesigning the Supply Chain and material flow for the NA Operations. This includes finding offsets to tariffs and CV19 supply chain challenges. I am also accountable for OE/Aftermarket Distribution Center operation with $400M in P&L responsibilities.A key concentration is on the development of Key Strategies focused on Inbound Logistics and Outbound Logistics, Warehouse Management, Production Planning & Scheduling using lean principles to support all 27 sites and 13 distribution centers globally - including inventory strategies, material flow, production planning and order management initiatives.All this is carried out in the light of supporting the W Division Strategic Pillars; Innovation & Technology Leadership, Globalization & Excellence in Execution.
  • Wabco
    Head Of Global Logistics, Integrated Supply Chain
    Wabco Jul 2018 - Jan 2021
    Bern, Ch
    Responsible to lead the change from today’s logistics’ environment into WABCO Strategic Vision for the future. Accountable to develop and drive a major transformation of the Global Logistics Strategy. Also in charge of redesigning the Supply Chain and material flow for the NA Operations. This includes finding offsets to tariffs challenges. Redesigning OE/Aftermarket Distribution Center operation with $400M in P&L responsibilities.The focus is on the development of Key Strategies focused on Inbound Logistics and Outbound Logistics, Warehouse Management, Production Planning & Scheduling using and driving Six Sigma and lean principles to support all 27 sites and 13 distribution centers globally - including inventory strategies, material flow, production planning and order management initiatives.All this is carried out in the light of supporting WABCO Strategic Pillars; Innovation & Technology Leadership, Globalization & Excellence in Execution.
  • Icahn Automotive Group Llc
    Senior Vice President Supply Chain
    Icahn Automotive Group Llc Mar 2017 - May 2018
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Us
    Provide global leadership and vision to the supply chain function, understanding and leveraging both people and technology to elevate overall operational performance. This includes the oversight for the successful operation of all distribution centers/warehouses (25+), inventory management, transportation (including last mile) and systems integration for the Icahn Automotive supply chain network. Responsible for identifying opportunities across the newly acquired organizations to optimize a more standardized, strategic, efficient and proactive supply chain where superior customer service remains at the center.
  • Delphi
    Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain, Luxembourg
    Delphi Feb 2013 - Dec 2016
    Gillingham, United Kingdom, Gb
    Vice President – Integrated Supply ChainDelphi Automotive PLC, Bertrange, Luxembourg & Troy, MI2013 - PresentPromoted to provide the vision and strategy for building and leading a centralized, streamlined, and integrated supply chain organization that included global accountability for end-to-end supply chain operations, policies, governance, and controls.o Established transformational plans for the global supply chain organization that positioned the organization for future success and changed the perception of the supply within the Delphi organization. o Direct a leadership team of nine executives working cross-divisionally to drive and implement the restructured supply chain organization.o Hold full accountability for $1.5B in inventory, a $650M logistics budget, and a $400M APV purchasing spend.o Provide organizational direction and functional leadership for production control, supplier quality, logistics, sourcing/purchasing & customs across 129 Mfg plants and 142 warehouses supported by 250 direct and 2,200 indirect associates with a budget of $130M.o Established and implemented an HRM progression, succession, and mentorship program.o Developed, implemented, and oversaw standardized processes, procedures, and operating systems across all divisions/regions within the newly-aligned supply chain organization.o Recognized globally by Procurement Leaders for the “2015 Supply Chain Initiative Award” and the 2016 “Learning & Development Award” for contributions to the improvement of end-to-end supply chain efficiencies, processes, and innovations in training.
  • Delphi
    Vice President Supply Chain & Logistics
    Delphi Feb 2003 - Feb 2013
    Gillingham, United Kingdom, Gb
    Oversaw and directed the Delphi Product & Service Solutions Division’s global supply chain that spanned 22 global warehouse locations with a staff of 530.o Oversaw Delphi’s remanufacturing operations across 26 locations in 3 countries.o Managed product sourcing and purchasing functions that supported $1.2B in OE Service, Independent Aftermarket, Consumer Electronics, and Diesel Sales requirements.o Steadily increased customer on-time delivery performance while lowering logistics costs and inventory levels.o Increased inventory turns by 15% and established consistency in the ordering process across divisional lines, customers, and suppliers.o Reduced the company’s overall warehouse footprint by 35%.o Drove an overall expense reduction of 30% through process redesign, effective leadership and policy governance, and a focus on supply chain operations and customer requirements.o Assumed leadership responsibility for the Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance division.
  • Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation
    General Director, European Logistics, Geneva Switzerland
    Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation Jan 2000 - Feb 2003
    Northville, Michigan, Us
    • Directed all aspects of the operations management for European and South African inventory/distribution/export networks (16 distribution centers and 2 packaging/assembly operations).• Redesign the European logistics strategy - network design, process flow, customer strategies, and system development.• Manage customer service teams, inventory, packaging, freight, shipping/receiving, order processing/placement and reverse logistics.
  • Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation
    North American Field Operations & Logistics, Detroit, Mi
    Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation 1984 - Dec 2000
    Northville, Michigan, Us
    Direct the North American Field Operations network (65 distribution facilities).

Matt Pohlman Skills

Supply Chain Management Continuous Improvement Supply Chain Lean Manufacturing Operations Management Automotive Supply Management Logistics Inventory Management Cross Functional Team Leadership Kaizen Management Supply Chain Optimization Purchasing Process Improvement Leadership Strategy Manufacturing Contract Negotiation Customer Service Strategic Sourcing Warehousing Materials Management Value Stream Mapping Demand Planning Project Planning P&l Management Supplier Quality Material Requirements Planning Procurement Global Sourcing 5s Manufacturing Operations Management Supplier Development Warehouse Operations Negotiation Mrp Operational Excellence Kanban Warehouse Management Business Process Improvement Strategic Planning Jit Six Sigma Logistics Management Risk Management International Logistics Retail Supply Chain Multi Channel Retail

Matt Pohlman Education Details

  • Benedictine University Mba
    Benedictine University Mba
    International Business
  • Benedictine University
    Benedictine University
    International Business
  • Alma College
    Alma College
    Business
  • Alma College
    Alma College

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