Materials Manager

The Materials Manager is responsible for creation and maintenance of the long-term Production Plan, the short-term Production Schedule, production order management, and supplier and inventory control to support implementation of the Production Plan & Schedules.  Providing supervision to the warehouse, production floor and operations teams within the Controls Business Unit. Working closely with MLS leadership to create Demand, Capacity, and Supply Plans to support Revenue Forecasts.

Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Warehouse, production and operations supervision

Essential Functions:

• Owns creation and maintenance of Production Plan based on demand forecasts derived from provided forecast
• Works closely with Operations team to build capacity, demand, and supply plans to support Production Plan
• Coordinates with team to build and maintain appropriate short-term Production Schedule for shop floor to execute
• Manages inventory planning, procurement, and control of all items within Mitchell Manufacturing
• Supervises Warehouse function, including receiving, shipping, kitting, and movement within the production facility
• Initiates actions to mitigate risks associated with delays in production associated with shortage materials and supplies or approved expedited requests
• Creates, release, coordinates & expedites the placement of purchase orders and/or delivery of material used in manufacturing
• Initiates the shipping process and supporting documents for completed jobs
• Closes production tickets and initiates customer billings
• Monitors and maintains Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs
• Facilitates New Product Development (NPD) activities including scheduling of new product launch, inventory ramp-up, and phase-out of obsolete product
• Creates and maintains Bills of Material (BOM) as needed to support production
• Participates in Continuous Improvement (CI) projects
• Responsible for maintaining acceptable inventory levels while meeting inventory reduction goals
• Responsible for identifying excess and slow moving or aged inventory and work with business and sales team to create and execute an action plan
• Responsible for maintaining data integrity of parts database including pricing and part number changes
• Accountable for resolving inventory issues with vendors and suppliers
• Perform accurate transactions to eliminate A/P issues and ensure efficient receiving
• Ability to develop procurement process improvements to ensure future / long term success
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification

Experience Required:

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing planning
• Knowledgeable in master scheduling, production planning and detailed scheduling, demand management, purchasing, and cost accounting techniques
• Experience and familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and Microsoft Suite Skills

• Prior ERP experience required
• Comfortable with video conferencing software
• Understanding of supply chain planning tools and strategies to achieve inventory goals

Competencies Required:

• Planning & Organization: sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity
• Analytical thinking: applies logic to solve problems and get the job done
• Collaboration: develops cooperation and showcases teamwork while participating in a group settings working toward a common goal
• Coachability: receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
• Adaptability: shifts strategy or approach in response to the demands of a situation
• Efficiency: thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small
• Analysis & problem-solving: ability to work independently with little direction
• Attention to detail: ensures thoroughness of a task no matter how small
• Communication: able to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to internal and external customers

Education Required:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field strongly preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain at a stationary position 50% of the time
• Ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds

Work Environment:

• Ability to remain at a stationary position 50% of the time
• This position requires onsite attendance and is not eligible for telework

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) matching
• 7 Company Paid Holidays and 1 Float Holiday!
• PTO to support your work-life balance
• Health Savings Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care (FSA)
• Life & Disability Insurance – Basic Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability and more!

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Mitchell Lewis & Staver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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