Materials Manager (Planning and Inventory)

What Will You Do?

Plan, organize and execute activities related to planning and inventory control functions to ensure production schedules align with material availability, capacity and labor to meet customer demand

Maintains accurate inventory records, sets safety stock levels, and implements cycle count programs to minimize excess or obsolete inventory

Develops forecasts for raw material needs by considering purchases, production rates, and maintenance schedules

Applies lean manufacturing principles to manage inventory levels and reduce waste

Ensures the proper storage of materials using orderly, secure and systematic methods for prompt location and accurate inventory levels

Leads, manages and participates in physical inventories

Manages the flow of raw materials and finished goods

Manages the documentation of transactions and develops inventory systems to maximize accuracy and efficiency

Ensures adherence to company policies, procedures, and standard work practices

Supports team response to changing conditions such as equipment issues, staffing changes, or shifting production priorities

Conducts safety inspections to ensure all standards are followed and implements corrective actions

Supervises, coaches, and develops team members to support performance and growth

Maintains the WIP (Work in Process) accuracy through the manufacturing process

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in materials management and/or inventory control is required
• Experience leading or supervising a team
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is required
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Experience with ERP system is required; SAP preferred; Strong proficiency in analyzing and managing numerical data; Ability to work collaboratively, make decisions independently while being mindful of organizational processes and guidelines; Ability to effectively and professionally communicate internally and externally; Demonstrated ability to think analytically, strategically and tactically while considering other functional areas; Must be self-motivated and driven with demonstrated ability to drive results; Professional, mature and collaborative interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills are required; Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required

Salary and Benefits

$115,000 - $125,000 base plus bonus

LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable.

About Legrand North And Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.

About Legrand’s Data Center Power And Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.