Manager Materials

* Oversees the execution of manufacturing schedules and assures the application of allproduction, test, development, documentation and safety standards.

* Utilizes Lean concepts to reduce and manage WIP and inventory and improvematerial flow.

* Ensures controls, inventory levels and flow of materials are consistent with forecastsfor manufacturing and customer service requirements.

* Assists in formulation of business plan including capital improvements andprojection of plant production capabilities.

* Coordinates with production operations, engineering, maintenance and otherdepartments in the accomplishment of production goals.

* Prepares reports and analysis of various cost control, production, labor, quality,facility usage and other reports.

* Ensures prompt and economical receipt of materials, supplies and parts. Ensures thatplant standards and requirements are met.

* Conducts studies to ensure the plant continues to operate in a cost efficient manner astechnology, legal, regulatory policy and product changes are implemented.

* Performs those administrative activities necessary for the effective management ofthe department, including selection and development of employees, budgetadministration, employee counseling and motivation, and organization goals andobjectives.

* Plans, organizes, integrates and measures the work performed within the department.

* Performs other duties as required.

* Lead production planning and scheduling. Develop best practice materialreplenishment systems to ensure material availability to achieve production plan whilemeeting inventory reduction targets.

*Develop strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure continuous supply at the bestvalue. Develop supplier performance and quality metrics, monitor supplierperformance, and drive corrective actions as required.

*Responsible for creating a high performance materials team. Establish team goals & action plans to achieve department objectives.

*Manage daily order volume fluctuations to ensure customer Scorecard targets are achieved. Work closely with preferred logistics partners to determine best cost materialtransportation.

*Implement & manage cycle count systems to ensure accuracy of inventorytransactions throughout the entire inventory value stream.

*Lead all environmental material initiatives & material safety related items.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is required. Master'sdegree preferred.
• 3-5+ years materials focus experience in a manufacturing environment, inventory/production control.
• In depth understanding of production scheduling, customer service, engineering &quality functions.