Materials Manager

Experience Required

8 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

To oversee the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials required for manufacturing operations, ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time and in the right quantity. The Materials Manager plays a strategic role in managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory, and aligning material availability with production demands to support operational efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee and lead the execution ofproduction planning and scheduling.

Develop best practice material replenishment systems to ensure material availability to achieve production plan while meeting inventory reduction targets

Manage cycle count systems to ensure accuracy of inventory transactions throughout the entire inventory value stream

Utilize Lean concepts for inventory flow optimization

Manage logistics partners to ensure freight targets are achieved

Manage customer scorecards/rating systems and ensure requirements are met

Assists in formulation of business plan including capital improvements and projection of plant production capabilities

Lead all environmental material initiatives and material safety related items

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive and accomplish production goals

Ensure prompt and economical receipt of materials, supplies and parts in alignment with plant and Company standards.

Champion Materials team DOS activities to establish a continuous improvement culture

Define objectives, allocate resources, monitor activities, allocate fair rewards and provide developement paths for the MP&L team.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

8+ years of experience

Complete understanding of production planning, MRP and ERP systems

Ability to work with statistical analyses and possess financial acumen

Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines

Ability to influence, escalate issues and ideas, and persuade team and positively manage conflict

Track record of innovative and creative approach to drive cost reduction

Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated people management abilities and ability to work in a team environment

Transportation and Logistics experience required

Skills

Leadership and Team Management - Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team in a fast-paced production environment.

Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing - Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and applying Lean principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to improve processes.

Inventory and Materials Management - Proficient in managing material flow, inventory control, and using ERP/MRP systems.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of r ace, color, s ex, age, national origin, r eligion, s exual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1424925600