Job Summary:The Materials Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end material and information flow at the Richardson, TX factory from supplier ordering to receiving through shipping. This will include setting-up, maintaining and executing an effective raw material Kanban ordering system, establishing the factory build plan and inventory stocking strategy for finished goods/semi-finished goods, and managing the order backlog. Materials Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of receiving, material handling, buying/planning, master scheduling. In addition, the Materials Manager will own and maintain the global S&OP (Sales & Operations Plan) for the Richardson, Tx, Goleta, CA and Prague, CZ sites. Responsibilities (Specific tasks, duties, essential functions of the job)Propose, implement and maintain an effective Kanban ordering process that reduces inventory and improves part shortages.Partner with Strategic Sourcing to implement stocking agreements and improve supplier performance.Maintaining inventory accuracy through an effective cycle counting process. Analyze the material transaction flow and setup in Oracle. Propose and implement changes to reduce complexity and improve accuracy.Improve inventory accuracy through an effective cycle counting program that gets to root cause and permanent fixes of inventory inaccuracies.Roll-out improved visual management of inventory and of the receiving/material handling functions.Setup and maintain and S&OP plan for all three manufacturing sites that balances inventory, labor and capacity in response to the sales forecast. Maintain 95 % OTD.Insure the effective launch of new products by participating on project teams and setting the materials processes in advance of launch.Improve the productivity of the material handling and receiving functions.Build a strong materials team through hiring, top-grading, setting expectations, coaching and developing talent.Continue to improve associate engagement and retention.Comply with all company policies and procedures, including SOX, ISO-13485 and FDA rules & regulations.Maintain regular and punctual attendance.Comply with all company policies and procedures.Assist with any other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand and replenishment processes.Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels.Excellent problem solving and data analysis skills.Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities.Lean Manufacturing Experience, implementation and execution.Must have strong work ethic.Excellent oral and written communication skills required.Attention to detail is required.Effective conflict resolution.Excellent planning, communication and organizational skills.Ability to effectively interface with different departments within the company.Qualifications (Experience and Education)Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field of study, required; Master’s degree, preferred.7 years’ experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control and/or Manufacturing Management in a manufacturing environment, required.2 years management experience, with a minimum of five direct reports in a manufacturing environment, required.Intermediate Knowledge/proficiency in MRP/ERP systems (Oracle) and Microsoft Office, required.Lean practitioner in Kanban pull, heijunka and/or production standard work, preferred.APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP), preferred.A combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications listed above and that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.