Company DescriptionJob Description The Materials Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing the supply chain and materials management processes within a manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling the flow of materials to ensure efficient production, minimize costs, and maintain inventory accuracy. The Materials Manager collaborates closely with various departments to meet production schedules and quality standards. The Materials Manager is a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and cost-effective operation of the manufacturing facility. Effective materials management directly impacts production efficiency, cost control, and overall customer satisfaction. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Materials Planning and Forecasting: Develop and execute material planning strategies to meet production demands and customer orders Forecast material requirements based on production schedules, historical data, and market trends Continuously monitor and adjust inventory levels to prevent shortages or excesses Supplier Management: Support the identification, evaluation, and selection of suppliers/vendors based on synergies at plant, quality, cost, and delivery performance. Together with Product Management, BU/Corp sourcing team Support the negotiation of contracts, terms, and agreements with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions. Support the team in tracking performance as a person inside the plant's four walls each day Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and drive supplier performance improvement Inventory Control: Implement inventory control strategies to minimize carrying costs while ensuring materials availability Conduct regular inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accuracy and identify discrepancies Develop and manage material replenishment systems, such as Just-In-Time (JIT) and Kanban Production Scheduling: Collaborate with production managers to create and maintain production schedules that align with material availability Monitor and adjust schedules as needed to address changes in demand or supply constraints Logistics and Transportation: Manage and coordinate the movement of materials, including shipping, receiving, and internal material transfers Optimize transportation methods to minimize costs and ensure on-time deliveries Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and safety standards Cost Management: Analyze cost data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements Implement cost-effective strategies for material procurement, storage, and handling Team Leadership: Lead a team of materials and logistics professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment within the materials department Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance materials management efficiency Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Lead projects to support OTIF improvement across production lines, managing projects and timelines Quality Assurance: Ensure that materials meet quality standards and specifications, collaborating with quality control teams as needed Develop and enforce quality control processes within materials management Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, transactions, and supplier performance Generate reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess materials management performance Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field 3-5 years of experience in materials management in a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of supply chain management princ