Materials Manager
Company: The Judge Group
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: November 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Description:Our client is currently seeking a Materials Manager
for a manufacturing facility near Vidalia,
GA.Responsibilities:Oversees and coordinates the scheduling,
purchasing and warehousing functions within the plant.Lead, coach,
and manage a team of 4 direct FTE (DC Manager, Procurement Manager,
Scheduling Supervisor, Freezer Supervisor)Accountable to develop
and monitor KPIs to drive performance and accountability of
inventory accuracy of all materials and supplies for plant
operations, scheduling accuracy and ensuring that the production
facilities' warehouses conform to and develop best in class
standards.Monitors daily responsibilities of the purchasing,
scheduling and warehousing departments.Recommend changes in basic
structure and organization of the materials groups to ensure the
effective fulfillment of objectives assigned and provide the
flexibility to move swiftly in relation to supply chain problems
and opportunities.Plan for and communicate anticipated changes in
inventory levels due to customer changes, seasonal fluctuations,
and/or product transfers.Pro-actively manage actions and projects
to minimize all Supply Chain costs and prepare regular
updates.Ensure that detailed operating plans and schedules conform
to releases to ensure 100% on-time delivery.Manage weekly cycle
count activities to ensure inventory accuracy/accountability.Manage
the physical inventory process within the plants.Minimize part
obsolescence, coordinate the sale of surplus materials and/or
scrap; provide required documentation for same.Control all
inventories within budget level and coordinate actions to
continuously minimize levels.Develops skills of the plant
purchasing departments.Utilize web-based tools, technologies, and
hands-on involvement with plant teams to ensure data accuracyWork
directly with centralized procurement teams to ensure the right
levels of inventory and ultimately that the plant operates
effectively with cost-effective materials levelsPromotes integrity,
respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive
interactions with all Team Members, customers & vendors.Ensures
data accuracy and control of all raw materials. Partners closely
with Procurement teams to ensure appropriate market pricing,
inventory levels and availability to ensure compliance to company
policy and procedures.Qualifications:BS/BA in business
Administration or related field or equivalent experience
required;5+ years of related leadership experience in a
manufacturing environment required, within a food industry
preferred.Demonstrated ability to appropriately work with
confidential information and situations and manage
correspondence.Working knowledge of purchasing & inventory systems
& manufacturing processes along with accurate record generation,
maintaining and retention along with strong organizational,
analytical and math skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft &
DOS based systems.Demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively
verbally & written
to and work well with Team Members, Management, Customers &
Vendors.Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction
while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a
fast-paced environment.Monitors raw material inventories to ensure
sufficient quantities exist to cover scheduled production and
schedule changes to meet customer demands and emergencies.Contacts
potential new suppliers to request periodic quotations; evaluate
current market conditions and report to procurement to ensure the
best pricing for the company.
Keywords: The Judge Group, Birmingham , Materials Manager, Executive , Birmingham, Alabama
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