What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Manager position at SCN - Search Consulting Network?
Materials Manager
We are partnered with a company that specializes in High Volume Manufacturing looking for a Materials Control Manager to manage and coordinate activities of the tactical supply chain operations assuring all required material is in place on the manufacturing line for continuous, uninterrupted production.
Position Highlights
• Title: Materials Manager
• Direct Hire
• Location: Augusta, GA
Background Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline required.
• Experience in material flow management in a manufacturing setting is required
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes
• Experience with visual management systems; Kanban, Pull Triggers
• Experience operating warehouse equipment and any necessary certifications
• Knowledge of material requirements and capacity requirements planning and inventory management techniques.
• Proficiency Microsoft Office applications and timekeeping software such as ADP; intermediate to expert level proficiency in excel
• Good understanding of high-volume lean manufacturing, and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes
Job Responsibilities
• Manages warehousing and distribution to internal customers on timely and safe basis
• Coordinates closely with Manufacturing, Warehouse and Supply Chain on daily basis
• Actively participates in all areas of employment, performance evaluations, associate relations, and associate development
• Develops, establishes, reviews safety, quality, productivity, and customer service metrics relating to materials functions
• Solves daily planning and material problems such as inventory shortages, shipping schedule fluctuations, hot car orders, vendor delinquencies, and production problems
• Participates in planning activities of production and raw materials, supplier inbound logistics, and inventory control
• Coordinates the tactical supply chain for main plant and warehouse operations
• Directs the control of inventory and establishes inventory budget
• Develops short and long term improvements to processes to maximize efficiency and maintain safety
What is Being Offered
• Competitive Salary, Bonus and Benefits Package
If you are interested and qualified, please send your updated resume as a MS Word document, and how you fit this specific position to jim.guerrera@SCNteam.com.