Allen Nichols
About Allen Nichols
Allen Nichols serves as the PC&L Manager at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2018, overseeing a team and managing the shipping of automotive materials using Just-In-Time methods. He has a background in program management, Lean Principles, and has held various roles within Faurecia since 2011.
Work at Faurecia
Allen Nichols has been serving as the PC&L Manager at Faurecia since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for managing the shipping of automotive materials using Just-In-Time (JIT) methods, ensuring that there are no interruptions for customers. He collaborates with new program management to facilitate prototype builds and implement engineering changes. Nichols oversees a team of 46 employees and 6 staff members, focusing on optimizing warehouse layout and logistics to support production lines. His responsibilities also include managing inbound material flow while adhering to a specified freight budget.
Previous Roles at Faurecia
Before his current position, Allen Nichols held several roles at Faurecia. He worked as a Master Scheduler from 2014 to 2018 in Wentzville, Missouri, where he was involved in planning and scheduling operations. Prior to that, he served as an Automotive Materials Analyst from 2011 to 2013. In these roles, he gained experience in managing materials and scheduling, contributing to his expertise in supply chain management within the automotive industry.
Education and Expertise
Allen Nichols earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Political Science and Government from the University of Central Missouri, studying from 2009 to 2011. His educational background provides him with a foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which he applies in his current role in supply chain management. His expertise includes the application of Lean Principles to drive continuous improvement in daily operations.
Team Leadership and Management
In his role as PC&L Manager, Allen Nichols oversees a team of 46 employees and 6 staff members. His leadership focuses on facilitating effective warehouse layout and logistics to support production lines. He emphasizes teamwork and collaboration to ensure efficient operations and the successful management of automotive materials.