Materials Manager

Job Description

Job Description

SIGN ON BONUS - $5,000The Materials Manager is responsible for Purchasing, Scheduling and Inventory planning of the manufacturing site to achieve customer satisfaction, along with efficient production output and inventory objectives. The role is key in capacity planning and constraint management, balancing inventory levels and customer service. In addition, this position is responsible for leading the Procurement Team and developing strategic procurement plans for raw materials, supplies and outside processes / services. The Materials Manager is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy, achieving assigned KPI's, and ensuring the smooth allocation of production meeting the customer deadlines both internal and external.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead the development of the Purchasing and Production plans annually regarding finished goods / raw materials and outside workLiaison with Operations Management with regard to machine loading and capacity constraintsProvide Order Fulfillment and Order Creation support regarding work order delivery dates and communication to the end customerManage raw material purchases negotiating long term material contracts with approved suppliersRecommend new suppliers of raw materials and survey their capabilities as an approved supplierPlan and manage Inventory levels, liaising with Customer Service and Operations personnelRecommend and implement new methods/ processes to reduce cost across the supply chainUpdate and present the Plant Information data for Scrap / Expenditure / Stock adjustments / OTFG / OTD / Material Variances / Hold value, ensuring detailed analysis is in placeLead cross functional teams in root cause analysis on poor performing KPI'sScrap analysis and system control from internal and external processes using Problem Solving Tools to analyze the data and ensure root cause is realized and corrective actions are implementedProcess owner for expenditure control by GL, ensuring GL owners are accountable for levels of expense.Develops and coaches direct reports on performance and competenciesRECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor 's degree in Supply Chain Mgmt, Business, or Engineering5 years' experience in planning and scheduling5 years' experience in buying steel strip, sheet, and coil5 years' experience in a leadership role, driving performance and cultural changeIATF16949/ AS9100 knowledge and awarenessBroad knowledge of purchasing transactions, contract negotiations, training and developmentStrong technical skills and resourceful in providing alternate options to reduce costs/ improve processesSolid knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, principles and objectives of MRP and ERPAbility to interpret product, technical and/or contract informationWhy SPIROL?At SPIROL, people matter. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities for long term career growth.Benefits IncludeMedical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceShort & Long Term Disability CoverageImmediate Paid VacationPTO and 11 Paid Holidays401(k) with Company MatchESOP Pension with Guaranteed 3% ContributionEducation AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramPet InsuranceAdvancement Opportunities15% Shift PremiumLearn more about SPIROL careers: is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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