Material Manager

POSITION SUMMARY Overall objective of the Material Manager is to effectively control the flow of materials through site and to integrate various planning and information systems, to provide accurate information, effective material control and continuous improvement in performance to meet the objectives and needs of Company and its clients. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Comply and ensure compliance with safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and regulations. Coordinate the activities of those group under his/her control, with site and other support groups, to ensure schedules and material control plans are fully integrated within the project organization. This includes inventory management and control, supply chain improvement, material planning & the shortand long-term day to day resolution of supply chain issues including resolution of material availability, transportation, and logistics issues. Assist in the development of relevant processes and procedures. Responsible for managing surplus disposal in the most optimized manner. Work closely with Purchasing, QA and various Engineering Disciplines in procurement activities specifically relating to defining company's material requirements and in monitoring vendor performance in meeting these needs. This includes driving materials procurement, tracking and inventory planning through the plant purchasing group, vendor selection and development, building vendor relationships as required to assure performance, cost and lead time requirements. Interface with clients as required in areas of material forecasting, demand planning, and operational planning. Provide analysis through accounting and inventory control group in areas of inventory accuracy, inventory levels against targets, On Time and Full Shipping, Minimization of Waste and Scrap, Manufacturing Cost analysis and budget control. Maintains the highest safety standards for his/her areas of responsibility and acts as a role model in supporting the Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards of Company and Clients. Implement health and safety procedures. Interview, hire and oversee training of staff. Perform other duties assigned by manager. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others. Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED); Required Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree plus relevant experience; preferred Experience: 5+ years of experience in Material Management/Project Management Computer Skills: None specifically required Certifications & Licenses: None specifically required PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand O Walk O Sit C 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs O Manually Manipulate F Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb N Crawl N Squat or Kneel O Bend O Grasp F Speak F 21-50 lbs N 51-100 lbs N Over 100 lbs N Push/Pull 12 lbs or less O 13-25 lbs N 26-40 lbs N 41-100 lbs N WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. #J-18808-Ljbffr