Assistant Materials Manager

About the role

This position supervises the plant’s Master Schedulers and Material Analysts, focusing on transportation and inventory needs. It also serves as the lead CBR subject-matter expert for the plant, facilitating training and audit functions for the department.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent contact with customers to maintain positive working relationships and open communication.
• Ensure all reporting and auditing requirements are met by contributing to the certification and training of TS16949.
• Maintain data integrity through adequate stock control systems.
• Participate with new launch teams to ensure effective project management of materials and logistics requirements.
• Support a cost-effective Logistics and Inventory strategy.
• Develop and drive cost-reduction initiatives to achieve cost-saving targets.
• Support and contribute to the development of inventory control strategy and methods.
• Proactively report on customer and supplier trends.
• Work with suppliers to develop plans ensuring in-full and on-time delivery.
• Advocate for environmental initiatives, including effective recycling and reduction/elimination of waste.
• Ensure adequate induction, training, and compliance with OHS&E systems for all employees.
• Establish database parameters for Material Requirement Planning (MRP) and related production software systems.
• Manage and monitor subordinates’ accuracy and integrity of all materials-related record-keeping.
• Minimize inventory levels on balance-out parts and submit obsolescence claims when appropriate.
• Drive ownership and accountability across all levels of the materials team.
• Act as backup Materials Manager as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain or equivalent additional experience.
• Three or more years in Materials Management with knowledge of Material Requirement Planning (MRP) or equivalent; automotive JIT experience is a plus.
• Knowledgeable with ERP systems, preferably QAD and SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Primary location: Normal