Materials Manager

About the role

We currently seek a Materials Manager to join our division located in Carrollton, GA, and help support our continued business growth. Working at Lightera means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Warehouse Supervisor, Buyers, and Inventory Control Supervisor.
• Plan materials for product, based on order demand.
• Utilize materials in the most efficient manner by implementing utilization of “shorts” produced in the processes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy of materials, tooling and supplies.
• Conduct staff and employee meetings
• Administration of company policy, including discussion and review with supervisor and individual, company policy issues and disciplinary action.
• Manage information flow between departments.
• Implementation of projects and methods, which lead to continuous improvement.
• Staffing and planning for current and future needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Five to seven years manufacturing experience, with strong emphasis on warehouse or materials management.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Applications and Production Tracking.
• Good time management, setting priorities, motivational and organizational skills.
• Strong background in managing labor, materials and cost.
• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) and or ISM certification preferred.
• Support development and use of Supplier Rating System.
• SAP 6.0 ERP experience preferred with a strong background in Materials Management and Sales/Distribution modules.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous benefits programs including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement
• Matching 401(k) plan

Safety & Compliance

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.