Materials Manager

Meet BioTouch:

BioTouchTM is a single-source, national provider for all mission-critical kitting and logistics needs. We partner with a wide range of medical facilities and healthcare providers to bring a higher level of care to healthcare delivery.Simply put, we handle it all with more care so you don’t have to.

Position Details:

The Materials Manager is responsible for managing inventory and production planning. They will lead continuous improvement for materials management and inventory control and establish yearly goals and objectives for the department. The Materials Manger reports directly to the Director of Facilities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse management, supply chain management, inventory control, logistics, lean manufacturing, demand planning, and supply chain management.

• Leads and fosters the continuous improvement roadmap for the supply chain team
• Leverages tools to drive continued operational improvements and ensures engagement of the entire supply chain team through clear communication and leadership skills
• Accountable for all planning and inventory activities and metrics, as well as on-time delivery to Path-Tec customers
• Holds full ownership of the inventory processes to include cycling out slow-moving product, ensuring accuracy of cycle counting, and increasing inventory velocity
• Works closely with the Procurement department to develop, manage, and maintain an abundant supply base that delivers on time with favorable quality and costs
• Identifies barriers, establishes priorities, evaluates practices, and develops plans to ensure successful production control operations
• Proposes strategies to reduce cost and improve procedures of supply chain logistics
• Monitor’s demand and analyzes data to anticipate future supply and logistical needs.
• Supports finance and corporate gross margin goals through active participation in financial review meetings, providing expertise in cost reduction measures relating to production and purchasing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred
• 5 years of experience in materials management or related field
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles and practices
• Experience with logistics and transportation management
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Staff management and organization skills are essential
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Physical Standards:

Includes bending, squatting, reaching, walking, standing, carrying, and lifting an average of 25 pounds or more. The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, reaching and climbing is required
• Occasional lifting of 25 pounds or more
• Occasional riding on a forklift
• Must be able to hear with specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan (Company Matching)
• Paid time off

If you meet the qualifications for this position, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbus, GA 31907: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000