Aerospace CMS Manager

PPG Industries • Pooler, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about customer operations management and are process detail centric? PPG's Aerospace Business is looking for a Chemical Management Services (CMS) Manager! As the CMS Manager, you will support the chemical management program at one or more key customer accounts, over the life of the contract. You are the primary contact and face to the customer related to the overall success and issues associated with the chemical management program. This is an onsite position working out of our Pooler, GA location reporting to the Chemical Management Services Regional Manager. Key Responsibilities Execute all defined contract obligations over life of program, and ensure the program is operating within the defined Scope of Work. Oversee CMS operations. Analyze the best method for distribution, transportation, and storage of chemicals for each program. Lead operational business review meetings and present KPIs to customer leadership. Support the identification and prioritization of annual cost savings projects and the development of appropriate strategies to meet PPG profitability objectives and customer (guaranteed) cost savings goals. Establish and meet inventory targets in line with ASC working capital goals. Work with the customer contacts to perform onsite audits to develop Value Added Packaging (VAP) opportunities, cost savings projects, gain share projects, waste reduction projects, produce supporting documentation/forms as required, and give presentations to customers. Identify resources, develop, and maintain Project Management timing charts that outline all activities to be accomplished within yearly time frames. Assist in training of new chemical coordinators and purchasing people that would be an integral part of the Chemical management program. Manage supervisors, coordinators, analysts, material handlers, truck drivers to support customers. Support PPG chemical management program when supplier issues/problems arise and implement resolutions. Work closely with ASC and corporate purchasing functions to further strengthen supplier contacts and development of strategic partnerships with selected suppliers. Assist in developing strategy to use supplier participation across the ASC network involving aerospace CMS programs. Implement lean production concepts, including 5s, kaizen, standardized work, and Kanban. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or a business related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. 5+ years of proven experience in sales, marketing, technology, purchasing, or technical service is required. 2+ years of leadership experience in a Manager role. Experience in the following areas is beneficial: business process analysis & improvement, lean & six sigma, quality assurance, strategic sourcing, team facilitation, materials management, QAD, enterprise resource planning (ex. SAP), and cost reduction. Ability to work with Sales, Marketing, and Business Managers. The ability to evaluate the industrial work environment is also a vital skill. Ability to travel up to 10%. Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply. #LI-Onsite About us: Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday. PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter. At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. PPG is the world’s leading coatings company, serving more industries than any of our competitors. From automobiles and jetliners to wind turbine blades, and from ocean-going vessels and water tanks to family homes, our coatings and specialty materials help our customers protect, enhance and beautify valued assets. As part of our team, you’ll have access to world-class customers, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and leading-edge technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or a business related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• 5+ years of proven experience in sales, marketing, technology, purchasing, or technical service is required.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in a Manager role.
• Ability to work with Sales, Marketing, and Business Managers.
• The ability to evaluate the industrial work environment is also a vital skill.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the following areas is beneficial: business process analysis & improvement, lean & six sigma, quality assurance, strategic sourcing, team facilitation, materials management, QAD, enterprise resource planning (ex. SAP), and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Execute all defined contract obligations over life of program, and ensure the program is operating within the defined Scope of Work.
• Oversee CMS operations.
• Analyze the best method for distribution, transportation, and storage of chemicals for each program.
• Lead operational business review meetings and present KPIs to customer leadership.
• Support the identification and prioritization of annual cost savings projects and the development of appropriate strategies to meet PPG profitability objectives and customer (guaranteed) cost savings goals.
• Establish and meet inventory targets in line with ASC working capital goals.
• Work with the customer contacts to perform onsite audits to develop Value Added Packaging (VAP) opportunities, cost savings projects, gain share projects, waste reduction projects, produce supporting documentation/forms as required, and give presentations to customers.
• Identify resources, develop, and maintain Project Management timing charts that outline all activities to be accomplished within yearly time frames.
• Assist in training of new chemical coordinators and purchasing people that would be an integral part of the Chemical management program.
• Manage supervisors, coordinators, analysts, material handlers, truck drivers to support customers.
• Support PPG chemical management program when supplier issues/problems arise and implement resolutions.
• Work closely with ASC and corporate purchasing functions to further strengthen supplier contacts and development of strategic partnerships with selected suppliers.
• Assist in developing strategy to use supplier participation across the ASC network involving aerospace CMS programs.
• Implement lean production concepts, including 5s, kaizen, standardized work, and Kanban.

Benefits

• Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
• PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets.
• PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs.
• Other incentives may apply.
• Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees.
• Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager