Material/Production Supervisor

Materials Supervisor

Location: Reading, PA area

Salary: 90k-110k

Responsibilities

- Oversee the materials management process, including procurement, inventory control, and demand planning.

- Lead, train, and supervise manufacturing team.

- Help our Lead Operators plan their work and use resources efficiently.

- Develop and implement strategies to optimize the supply chain and ensure timely delivery of materials.

- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast material requirements and develop production schedules.

- Monitor and analyze inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.

- Implement and maintain systems for tracking materials, ensuring accurate recordkeeping.

- Train and supervise materials staff, providing guidance and support as needed.

- Continuously evaluate and improve materials management processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

- Strong knowledge of materials management principles, including procurement, inventory control, and supply chain management.

- Must be a US citizen or Green Card Holder

- Must have High school diploma or GED

- Previous supervisory experience preferred

- Experience in contract negotiation and supplier management.

- Proficient in demand planning techniques to forecast material requirements.

- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

- Proficient in using materials management systems to track inventory levels and monitor performance.