Mgr, Materials
About The Position
Barnes Aerospace is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for its East Granby CRO operation. This leader directs site materials, production planning, inventory and logistics activities while leading the procurement organization supporting Connecticut Operations sites. The role combines planning and materials management with procurement leadership, supplier development and strategic sourcing to meet customer delivery, quality and cost objectives. The position oversees site materials resources and production planning, manages procurement and inventory activities, and coordinates with sales, operations, engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and logistics providers. It leads the procurement team through day-to-day management, coaching and development, and drives supplier performance, sourcing strategy, cost, quality and delivery improvements. The manager also supports budgets, production plans, reports and the sales, inventory and operations planning (SIOP) process. The role requires 5–10 years of related supply chain management experience in an engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM, aerospace or defense environment, progressive responsibility including manufacturing team leadership, and a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate business or technical discipline. APICS, ISM or another supply chain certification is a plus.
Requirements
- 5–10 years of related supply chain management experience in an engineer-to-order manufacturing, OEM, aerospace or defense environment.
- Progressive career development with increasing responsibility, including experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of production and inventory flow, planning, materials management and related documentation procedures.
- Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier performance management and contract negotiations.
- Ability to analyze costs and drive delivery and productivity improvements.
- Strong business and financial acumen; ability to set direction, motivate teams, influence stakeholders and lead organizational change.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate business or technical discipline.
Nice To Haves
- APICS, ISM or other supply chain certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct site materials resources and activities, including production scheduling and planning, supply chain management and material logistics, to meet business and customer requirements.
- Forecast procurement needs with production planning using appropriate material requirements planning systems.
- Identify resource gaps and work with sales, operations and suppliers to resolve constraints, meet customer requirements and adjust the master schedule as needed.
- Evaluate material, labor and machine availability when releasing work orders; monitor schedule performance, address gaps and support on-time customer shipments.
- Manage daily procurement, production and inventory control issues with engineering, manufacturing and sales; oversee cycle counting, planning parameters, capacity analysis and demand planning.
- Develop budgets, production plans and related reports; support strategic plans through the SIOP process and ensure effective implementation.
- Lead the procurement organization supporting East Granby CRO, including day-to-day management, coaching, development and escalation support; build the team through selection, training and motivation.
- Drive performance against metrics including late releases, push/pull/cancel actions, supplier delinquency, on-time delivery, costs and purchase price variance; establish corrective actions and report progress.
- Build supplier relationships, monitor and report supplier performance, follow up on orders and implement corrective actions to meet delivery, quality and cost needs.
- Drive sourcing strategies and strategic supplier initiatives, including supplier selection, development and consolidation, to improve competitiveness and supplier performance.
- Develop strategies and lead negotiations to meet quality, fulfillment and productivity requirements; prepare bid packages and coach procurement team members on bids and negotiations.
- Source and purchase machinery, equipment, tools, raw materials, packaging, parts, services and supplies; direct preparation of specifications for quality, quantity, delivery and service requirements.
- Direct materials management and inventory flow from receipt through storage, production and shipment; establish controls for material movement, inventory accuracy, traceability and point-of-use availability, and resolve bottlenecks affecting schedules or customer delivery.
- Lead shipping and receiving activities to ensure materials and customer shipments are received, inspected, documented and delivered accurately and on time; resolve receiving discrepancies with relevant teams and logistics providers.
- Partner with procurement, engineering, quality assurance and other departments to identify, evaluate and qualify new suppliers.
- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage
- Pet insurance
- Work-life support resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
