Principal Materials & Systems Lead

Oshkosh Corporation•Hagerstown, MD

14d•$92,600 - $154,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Materials & Systems Lead supports general management of the operational Materials function. As a business leader, this role plans, organizes, and monitors the tactical Materials Management team’s work on lean material-flow process development, standardization, and implementation across JLG’s manufacturing and warehousing network. The role also develops talent and next-generation leaders within the Materials Management team. The position leads continuous improvement and material-flow initiatives across the business, using analytical and leadership capabilities to address implementation barriers and improve operational and financial performance. It collaborates with segment leaders and cross-functional teams to align material planning, inventory, production schedules, and supply-chain processes with the corporate material-flow strategy. This is an office-based role, primarily performed in a professional office environment. Occasional travel is required, typically less than 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 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.
Proficiency with web-based software applications, including Microsoft 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 in the manufacturing industry.
Experience mentoring and leading team members through direct reporting relationships or project work.

Responsibilities

Engage with 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 excess and obsolete inventory reduction.
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 material 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.
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 improvements in parts shortages caused by poor production and materials planning, inventory errors, and facility damage.
Build open and trusting relationships with team members through Frequent Meaningful Conversations and ensure individual development plans are in place.