Material Control Manager

Responsibilities

• Identify, implement, and track critical metrics for inventory with reaction points clearly identified.
• Investigate and solve problems through root cause analysis resulting from cycle counting.
• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery.
• Keep abreast of materials and warehousing capacity and constraints.
• Manage department associates to create a team-based environment with open/candid communications and direct accountability to ensure departments operate efficiently.
• Deliver world-class delivery, inventory performance with a focus on quality, on-time delivery, and competitive costs.
• Develop the annual business plan/tactical plan as part of the leadership team and ensure all department objectives are achieved.
• Interview applicants for the department in accordance with applicable laws and train new employees.
• Oversee and manage annual performance and ongoing performance management within the department.
• Recommend and take corrective action in compliance with quality audits and issues.
• Support the Critical Success Factors of the business as directed by the manager.
• Oversee and monitor the receiving and materials department.
• Manage inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and integrity.
• Lead the Excess and Obsolete Inventory process/material using root cause analysis to minimize effect on the company.
• Manage inventory operations at multiple locations.
• Oversee Outside Processing routing step for all internal discrete jobs sent out for machine work or plating.
• Act as the liaison between the company and auditors (Internal or External).
• Develop storage plan strategy for make/buy and free issued materials and products.
• Provide leadership in ongoing cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop, implement, and execute logistics sourcing strategies, practices, and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for logistic services, including inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, and freight bill auditing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS degree in a technical field; or 5+ years of related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong materials management background required.
• Demonstrated track record of cost reductions.
• Good management skills and capability to evaluate and staff the Materials organization with strong players.

Skills

• Good negotiation skills.
• Experience with ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
• Ability to utilize MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to develop a system to eliminate material line shortages and multiple schedule changes.
• Ability to manage inventory levels and increase inventory turns.
• Effective use of MS Office Suite.
• Six Sigma experience; green or black belt certification a plus.
• Knowledge of Oracle MRP systems a plus.
• Must be able to work extended hours when required.
• Understanding of the financial impact of effective inventory management.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Must be responsible and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills.