Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership/direction to all buyers/planners in the procurement of components, raw materials, equipment and supplies required to hit on-time delivery, quality and cost targets
• Manage and refine the Kanban-based materials system that has been established to support cell assembly – this includes maintenance of existing product lines, as well as managing capacity ramps and introduction of new products
• Develop relationships with suppliers and implement strategies to ensure best prices and continuous supply and availability of production materials
• Manage supplier returns; drive quality back to suppliers
• Support LEAN culture and operations; drive efficiencies in the quoting, purchasing, receiving and restocking processes
• Monitor sales volume, performance to delivery targets and forecasts, and take action where required
• Design, implement, manage and monitor procurement reporting systems to meet company requirements
• Verify, track and account for all materials or merchandise involved with sustaining the operation of the business as well as developing 
• Track and control materials cost by developing efficient and cost-effective ordering system
• Drive implementation of best practices in all material and purchasing functions.
• Implement processes/systems to ensure accuracy and timeliness of data input and ERP system transactions within materials and purchasing
• Drive accuracy of finished goods and raw materials inventory

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience in a lead materials management role with additional logistics responsibilities
• Project management background – negotiation and problem-solving skills 
• A successful career path that shows progressive growth and responsibility.
• Leadership and communications skills and a strong internal desire to help people grow and become their greater selves. We need a well led and highly motivated team to achieve the greatness we envision.
• The willingness to be an integral part of the management team and have the ability to help us define and manage the company culture.
• Experience in a production environment using LEAN and Kanban systems 
• Complete understanding of production planning, MRP and use of an ERP system 
• Must have ability to work with statistical analyses/financial transactions and concepts 
• Strong Microsoft Office skills that include spreadsheet experience 
• Innovative and creative approach to drive cost reduction 
• Confident, composed and has the ability to change direction with minimal notice
• Analytical, excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits: Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and extensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401K, PTO, and future growth opportunities within the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

Our Core Values:

 • Fair and Honest
 • Success through teamwork
 • Make it Happen
 • Have Fun
 • Promote personal and professional growth
 • Celebrate Achievement
 
 Our core values define all of our movements. Additionally they guide our hiring process. If these values speak to you and the job description supports your background please forward your resume with cover letter.