Greetings,
This is Radhika from Softpath System LLC. Softpath is a preferred nationwide staffing vendor to Fortune 500 companies in the US. We have an immediate opportunity with one of our clients. Please find the job description below, and if you are interested, please forward your resume to or you can reach me on my number for any further information.

Job Title: Materials Manager
Location: Chicago, IL - Onsite
Job Description:
In this role, you will work directly with *** s client to drive key supply chain planning operational metrics.
Summary
As the headquarter materials Manager you will be responsible for ensuring materials and contract volumes are always available at the network level for our manufacturing sites to order for production. Indirectly managing material planning teams at the manufacturing level, cross functional project teams, and our network of vendors. You will be responsible for Work capital.
Responsibilities
Responsible for building, analyzing, and distributing Raw and Pack material forecasts for accurate capacity planning.
Develop network level long range replenishment strategies for assigned packaging materials while optimizing the balance between supply availability and inventory investment.
Participate in cross functional project teams to support the execution of new product innovations and productivity by developing and managing network transition plan and on-time materials availability while minimizing costs.
Support inventory reduction initiatives entailing optimization of SAP MRP parameters, total supply chain process improvement, and application of lean principles.
Lead financial forecasting and mitigation of supply chain losses related to RPW inventory through internal transfers, shelf-life extensions, liquidations, alternate uses, and supplier buybacks and/or supplier recycling program.
Support S&OE with day to day supply disruptions through rapid & efficient solutions while identifying root causes & implementing corrective actions.
Analyze and drive efficiencies on projected volumes, capacity, business strategies, supplier performance, and contractual needs that best serve the business needs by balancing service and cost.
Develop long range supplier capacity plans and contingency plans to maintain supply continuity.
Ensure material network availability for internal manufacturing production plans by supporting and directing finite scheduling teams through in class material planning routines.
Identify and execute continuous improvement/lean six sigma projects
Maintain a habit of continuous learning and development through the company s educational portal.
Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum qualifications
Good understanding of supply chain cycle, Manufacturing, organization structures and key metrics.
Demonstrates problem solving skills and working under tight timelines; multi-tasking abilities; exception-based management capability.
Ability to balance priorities across multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to interact and build relations with senior management and key stakeholders.
Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Bachelor's degree in related fields (Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related discipline)
SAP or other ERP/Client software experience and proven knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.
Has good understanding of supply chain and demand planning business drivers, organization structures and key metrics.
Strong team skills - Collaborative management and working style.
Effective Communication skills
Should possess high degree of versatility, good interpersonal skills, and excellent time management skills; should be a team player.
Preferred qualifications
4 Years minimum of applicable experience
Proficient in Excel
Working Knowledge with Power BI and Tableau
Understanding of 09 and OMP
Proficient with SAP
Project Management experience
10% travel required to vendors and manufacturing facilities

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Thanks & Regards
B Radhika | Team Lead | Softpath System LLC |
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