MATERIALS MANAGER (Supply Chain)

Research Group • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

The position involves promoting a safety-first workplace and encouraging the identification of opportunities for improvement related to process and/or equipment. The role requires regular reviews of capacity data and the development of plans, including the identification of materials for outsourcing and insourcing, in collaboration with the Operations Team to address capacity issues. The individual will collaborate within the Supply Chain to resolve material shortages and level load production to achieve feasible production schedules. Additionally, the role includes managing the identification of issues and opportunities related to MRP settings to ensure that the proper quantities of raw material and component stock are available to meet customer demand. The position also ensures that inventory objectives are achieved through collaboration with the Supply Chain Teams, proactively reviewing inventory restrictions to limit excess and obsolete product. Leadership and development of the Materials team, including MRP Controllers, MRO Buyer, and Distribution Manager, is a key responsibility. The individual will manage Aged WIP and support the movement of MRB material while driving continuous improvements to current Materials Planning and other related business processes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or other related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Materials, and/or Purchasing.
• 5+ years of experience and demonstrated ability to lead people and obtain results through others with increasing experience and responsibility including prior leadership roles.
• Experience in Inventory Management and Capacity Management processes and tools.
• Proficient with the use of MRP tools and methodologies; knowledge of SAP ERP system preferred.
• Strong Customer Focus.
• Ability to manage multiple, fluid priorities and proactively address business demands in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first workplace, encouraging the identification of opportunities for improvement related to process and/or equipment.
• Regularly reviews capacity data and develops plans, including identification of materials for outsourcing and insourcing, with the Operations Team to address capacity issues.
• Collaborates within the Supply Chain to resolve material shortages and level load production to achieve feasible production schedules.
• Manages the identification of issues and opportunities related to MRP settings to ensure that the proper quantities of raw material and component stock are available to meet customer demand.
• Ensures inventory objectives are achieved through collaboration with the Supply Chain Teams.
• Proactively reviews inventory restrictions to limit excess and obsolete product.
• Provides leadership and development to the Materials team including MRP Controllers, MRO Buyer and Distribution Manager.
• Manages Aged WIP and supports the movement of MRB material.
• Drives continuous improvements to current Materials Planning and other related business processes.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree