Material Manager

As the Materials Management Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing all materials management activities to ensure efficient planning, warehousing, inventory control, and on-time shipments. Your key responsibilities will include: - Managing production planning and manufacturing resource planning to achieve division sales and delivery objectives. - Overseeing the MRP database to maintain data accuracy and integrity. - Implementing material management lean tools such as KANBAN, ePFEP, MRP, and QR codes to optimize material flow. - Setting up automation in warehousing to support lean practices and implementing automated systems for tracking material flow. - Ensuring material management policies align with inventory control objectives and advising on supplier managed inventory. - Supporting internal and external audits related to planning, procurement, and inventory control functions. - Managing the department budget, creating cost reduction programs, and providing professional development for the materials team. - Benchmarking world-class materials management systems and implementing best practices within the division. To be successful in this role, you should have: - A minimum of 10 years of materials management experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. - Extensive managerial experience in materials management systems and certification in materials management and quality (preferred). - A four-year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management. - Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft PC software. Your role will provide you with the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborate with other managers to meet supply needs, supervise subordinates, and drive cost savings in logistics. Your organizational and leadership skills will be crucial in implementing lean principles and ensuring efficient materials management practices within the division.,