Supervisor, Materials

Introduction

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Position Summary:

Leads and manages a team of Material Coordinators responsible for the flow of materials and related processes and transactions required to support complex product lines. Manages the team that works as the direct interface between the Warehouse, Purcashing and the production floor for materials. Supports and provides vital communication links to the team champions, group leaders and manufacturing managers. Expected to have leadership and superior analytical skill as demonstrated by the ability to maintain inventory levels and accuracy on complex production lines.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the leadership, training and coaching of the Material Coordinator team
• Manages Kanban material system for assigned product lines.
• Will lead projects related to material systems required for new product introduction
• Expedites all overdue orders or late Kanban deliveries.
• Expedites material shortage issues to purchasing staff and update current status to manufacturing team.
• Monitors usage and advises suppliers of any trending activity shown in our consumption levels.
• Monitors Consignment inventory levels periodically and advises Senior Buyers when levels fall below desirable quantities.
• Reviews material availability for on-going or planned production and makes schedule recommendations based upon analysis.
• Implements Change Orders as required on the production floor.
• Conducts, records and tracks the results of daily cycle counting activity.
• Train and mentor direct reports on the cycle count process.

Budget Managed (if applicable):

• N/A

Internal Networking/Key Relationships:

To be determined based on department needs

• Skills & Capabilities:
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Leadership
• SAP experience
• Analytical skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, & MS Excel
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts.

Werfen People Manager Competencies: (applicable if in a People Manager Position) The following competencies form part of the competency model for People Manager at Werfen and form part of our mindset around People Management and Leadership. We expect all People Managers of Werfen not only to demonstrate, but also to constantly continue to develop, the following competencies:

• Building Talent:  Planning and supporting the development of individuals’ knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job responsibilities more effectively.
• Customer Focus: Ensuring that the internal or external customer’s perspective is a driving force behind strategic priorities, business decisions, organizational processes, and individual activities, crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs; promoting and operationalizing customer service as a value.
• Decision Making:  Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.
• Driving for Results:  Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement
• Driving Innovation:  Creating an environment (culture) that inspires people to generate novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential customers (internal or external); encouraging experimentation with new ways to solve work problems and seize opportunities that result in unique and differentiated solutions.
• Emotional Intelligence Essentials:  Establishing and sustaining trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others’ emotions and behavior; leveraging insights to effectively manage own responses so that one’s behavior matches one’s values and delivers intended results.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• Minimum 5 years of experience planning or purchasing in a manufacturing environment using advanced material planning processes.
• A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent); APICS Certification (CPIM or CIRM) desired.

International Mobility:

• Required: No

Travel Requirements:

• No

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $80,000.00 to $100,000.00. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.

Closing

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. 

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.