Principal Materials & Systems Lead

Oshkosh•Hagerstown, MD

13d

About The Position

The Principal Materials & Systems Lead supports general management of the operational Materials function. This business leadership role plans, organizes, and monitors activities performed by the tactical Materials Management team, advancing the development, standardization, and implementation of lean material flow processes across JLG’s manufacturing and warehousing network. The role also develops talent and next-generation leadership within the Materials Management team. The position leads continuous improvement in partnership with segment business leaders, promoting compliance with the corporate material flow strategy and removing implementation barriers. It leads material-flow projects and execution using lean manufacturing principles, develops sustainable process improvements, supports cost reduction and financial performance, and coordinates planning across production, materials, supply chain, and sales and operations teams. It also uses ERP systems to produce planning reports, automates business processes, and drives consistency in material availability and inventory levels. This is an office-based role, primarily in a professional office environment. Duties are largely sedentary and involve extended periods of sitting and computer and telephone use. Occasional travel is required, typically less than 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and eight or more years of experience in Supply Chain, Materials, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, including the ability to multitask, manage competing requirements, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.
Experience and proficiency with web-based software applications, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Ability to travel occasionally, typically less than 25%.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading others directly or through project work.
Relevant industry-related certifications.
Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.
Experience mentoring and leading team members through direct reporting relationships or project work.

Responsibilities

Lead continuous improvement by engaging segment business leaders to drive compliance with the corporate material flow strategy and resolve barriers to implementation.
Maintain the MRP report card, including inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, inventory levels, and reduction of excess and obsolete inventory.
Resolve problems using acquired knowledge and analytical abilities.
Lead and support projects that synchronize material consumption with production, improve material conveyance routes, and optimize material presentation at the point of use.
Reduce excess material handling through value stream analysis and development of business solutions.
Lead projects that implement sustainable process improvements aligned with the material flow strategy.
Lead material flow execution using lean manufacturing principles, including PFEP, supplier alignment, Kanban, Pull, and MRP.
Use the ERP system to create planning reports for management, production, and materials teams.
Implement and support cost-reduction initiatives that advance the material flow strategy and improve enterprise financial performance.
Coordinate and collaborate with the GPSC team to reduce total supply chain costs.
Coordinate with Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) teams on future build schedules to meet anticipated customer requirements without increasing inventory.
Configure and align MRP requirements with lean inventory initiatives such as PFEP or Kanban.
Automate business processes to reduce information waste, inventory waste, and indirect labor.
Drive consistency across segments so materials are ordered and in stock to meet company requirements while maintaining acceptable inventory levels.
Support measurable improvement in parts shortages caused by poor production and materials planning, inventory errors, and damage within facilities.
Build open and trusting relationships with team members through Frequent Meaningful Conversations and ensure individual development plans are in place.