Jacob D. Cooper

Assistant Material Manager @Lear Corporation

Duncan, SC, US

As Assistant Materials Manager at LEAR, I lead materials planning, inventory control, and logistics operations within a high-volume, Just-In-Time (JIT) automotive manufacturing environment. I oversee supplier performance, transportation coordination, and inventory accuracy to ensure seamless production and meet customer delivery goals. My role includes managing daily material flow, supplier releases, and inbound logistics—consistently achieving on-time delivery and zero downtime incidents. I lead and develop a team of over 20 materials professionals, enhancing safety compliance and streamlining onboarding processes. Through PFEP management, BOM validation, and SAP data integrity, I’ve driven improvements in inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. I also deliver annual cost savings by optimizing truckload utilization and reducing premium freight expenditures. Additionally, I support cross-functional collaboration and compliance, contributing to successful IATF 16949, ISO14001, and OSHA audits with zero major findings, while enabling smooth product launches and buildouts.

American Military University

Bachelor of Arts - BA