Materials manager

Materials Manager would be able to plan, coordinate and monitor the transfer of goods and materials from manufacturers and suppliers all the way through customers. You might oversee the whole process from beginning to end or you may work in part of the supply chain, also be involved in brand and marketing planning to make sure what is being promised can be delivered. Supply chains are made up of different operations, which include everything from forecasting trends and buying through to transport and distribution. Leading process: Production Control, Production Planning, Shipping, Inventory levels, Logistics & Customer Service. Materials Manager also support Strategies for Operations based on Continuos Improvement and Cost Reduction. Your Team Shipping Area Manager Customer Service Area Manager Sr. Materials Planner What You Will Do Establish multidisciplinary teams for continuous improvement. Identify and implement improvements to reduce obsolescence risk Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency of labor Coordinate systemic solutions to prevent the occurrence of any non-compliance related Lead the development of production plans. Oversee all production materials planning cycles and transactions in order to achieve appropriate levels of inventory. Minimize freight and premium freight services through systemic solutions. Implement lean manufacturing techniques as related to material handling and control. Analyze and present customer driven trends and projections in order to properly manage plant capacity Work with procurement managers and buyers to select products that are in demand and will sell. Plan the best way to get goods from suppliers to distribution centers then on to Customers. Work with Customers to make sure they receive their goods on time and in the right condition. Look at ways to improve supply chain networks. Monitor overall performance to make sure targets are being met using KPI and metrics. Prepare forecasts and inventories for reports to the company's management team. Recruit, train and manage a team of supply chain staff. And other activities assigned by Materials Director What You Need Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion, Teamwork & Respect, Excellence. Engineering, International Business, Finance or Administration Degree 7-10 years of related experience Experience in the automotive industry preferably Experience with customer relationship Knowledge on inventory tasks (cycle count, audits, customer service) Knowledge of ISO / TS and ISO