Sr. Manager, Materials Management - Memphis
About The Position
The Materials Management organization supports data center operations by managing critical materials used to build and operate large supercomputer clusters. Its goal is to achieve high inventory accuracy and efficiency. The Sr. Manager oversees day-to-day operations and leads continuous improvement to meet operational targets and customer expectations. The role manages a multi-level organization of hourly and salaried employees across four shift patterns supporting 24/7 operations. The manager develops strategy, metrics, and goals; guides employee performance and development; and oversees safety, quality, customer service, cost, process improvement, inventory rotation, environmental controls, and storage. The position is based onsite in Memphis, Tennessee, with domestic travel of up to 20% as needed.
Requirements
- One of the following: an advanced degree and 4+ years of experience in material or production planning, purchasing, distribution, operations or supply chain management, material cost control, or master production scheduling; a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of such experience; or 10+ years of such experience.
- Able to work all shifts, extended hours, and/or weekends as needed.
- Able to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying.
- Able to work onsite in Memphis, Tennessee; remote work is not considered.
- Able to travel domestically up to 20% as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Organized and self-driven, with the ability to work independently with little direction.
- APICS certification, such as CPIM or CSCP.
- Excellent communication and team-building skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, complete projects on time, address varied challenges, and work with diverse contacts.
- Ability to adapt to abrupt changes in strategy.
- Experience in aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing.
- Previous experience with capital planning and management.
- Innovative and future-oriented thinking to drive continuous improvement.
- Computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.
Responsibilities
- Support and maintain operational targets and objectives for fulfillment, distribution, and storage centers.
- Develop organizational strategy, business metrics, and goals based on business processes, procedures, and needs.
- Manage a multi-level organization of hourly and salaried employees across four shift patterns supporting 24/7 operations.
- Assess employee performance, provide feedback, facilitate conflict resolution, and address recurring issues through corrective actions, performance improvement plans, or disciplinary measures.
- Lead by example, solicit feedback throughout the organization, and motivate employees to achieve strong results.
- Monitor and improve operations to maintain a safe work environment, with a goal of zero OSHA recordables annually.
- Ensure product is stored appropriately and business practices meet AS9100 and customer flow-down requirements.
- Manage operations to provide high levels of customer service and adapt to business needs.
- Identify and lead cost-saving, cost-reduction, and optimization opportunities.
- Drive projects and changes that enable the distribution center to maintain rates year over year.
- Monitor shelf-life storage and maintain proper stock rotation using FIFO.
- Ensure appropriate environmental controls are in place for stored materials.
- Manage and control internal and external storage of non-SpaceX part numbers needed by the business.
- Monitor and develop employees, ensure they are challenged and meet expected standards, and find ways to motivate them to exceed the status quo.
- Adapt the organization to changing business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
