Material Control Manager

Powell; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell in North Canton, OH is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead inventory and materials operations across multiple locations. You will drive metrics, solve root causes, and partner with leadership to deliver cost-effective, on-time performance.

You will oversee receiving, warehousing, and supplier relations, develop annual plans, manage staff, and mentor teams while pursuing continuous improvement and ISO 9000 compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: BS degree in technical field; or 5+ years related experience and/or training; equivalent
• Combination of education and experience break down supply chain base.
• Organization with strong players

Responsibilities

• Identify, implement and track critical metrics for inventory.
• Investigates and solves problems through root cause analysis from cycle counting.
• Lead inventory management across multiple locations.
• Develop and execute logistics sourcing strategies; including inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, freight bill auditing.
• Provide leadership and develop annual business/operational plans with department objectives.
• Oversee and monitor the receiving and materials department.

Skills

Negotiation

ISO 9000

MRP/ERP

Inventory mgmt

MS Office

Six Sigma

Oracle MRP

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS degree in technical field

Job description

• Identify, implement and track critical metrics for inventory with reaction points clearly identified
• Investigates and solves problems through root cause analysis resulting from cycle counting
• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity and delivery.
• Keeps abreast of materials and warehousing capacity and constraints
• Manage department associates to create a team-based environment, with open/candid communications and direct accountability to ensure the departments operate at a very efficient level.
• Deliver world-class delivery, inventory performance with a focus on quality, on-time delivery and competitive costs.
• As part of the leadership team, develop the annual business plan/tactical plan and ensure all department objectives are achieved as set in the plan.
• Interview applicants for the department in accordance to applicable laws. Train new employees in the department.
• Oversee and manage annual performance and ongoing performance management within the department.
• Recommend and take corrective action in compliance with quality audits, issues, etc.
• Support the Critical Success Factors of the business as directed by the manager.
• Oversee and monitor the receiving and materials department.
• Manage Inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and integrity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Leading Excess and Obsolete Inventory process/material, using root cause analysis to minimize effect on the company
• Manage inventory operations at multiple locations
• Oversee Outside Processing routing step for all internal discrete jobs sent out for machine work oplating
• Support the division by being the liaison between the company and auditors (Internal or External)
• Develop storage plan strategy for make/buy and free issued materials and products
• Provide leadership in on-going cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop, implement and execute logistics sourcing strategies, practices and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for logistic services; including, but not limited to all types of inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, freight bill auditing

Essential Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Identify, implement and track critical metrics for inventory with reaction points clearly identified
• Investigates and solves problems through root cause analysis resulting from cycle counting
• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity and delivery.
• Keeps abreast of materials and warehousing capacity and constraints
• Manage department associates to create a team-based environment, with open/candid communications and direct accountability to ensure the departments operate at a very efficient level.
• Deliver world-class delivery, inventory performance with a focus on quality, on-time delivery and competitive costs.
• As part of the leadership team, develop the annual business plan/tactical plan and ensure all department objectives are achieved as set in the plan.
• Interview applicants for the department in accordance to applicable laws. Train new employees in the department.
• Oversee and manage annual performance and ongoing performance management within the department.
• Recommend and take corrective action in compliance with quality audits, issues, etc.
• Support the Critical Success Factors of the business as directed by the manager.
• Oversee and monitor the receiving and materials department.
• Manage Inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and integrity.
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Leading Excess and Obsolete Inventory process/material, using root cause analysis to minimize effect on the company
• Manage inventory operations at multiple locations
• Oversee Outside Processing routing step for all internal discrete jobs sent out for machine work oplating
• Support the division by being the liaison between the company and auditors (Internal or External)
• Develop storage plan strategy for make/buy and free issued materials and products
• Provide leadership in on-going cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
• Develop, implement and execute logistics sourcing strategies, practices and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for logistic services; including, but not limited to all types of inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, freight bill auditing

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in technical field; or 5 + years related experience and/or training; equivalent

combination of education and experience break down supply chain base.

organization with strong players

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Good negotiation skills.
• Experience with ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
• Understand how to utilize MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to develop a system to eliminate material line shortages and multiple schedule changes.
• Ability to manage inventory levels and increase inventory turns.
• Effective use of MS Office Suite.
• Six Sigma experience; green or black belt certification a plus.
• Knowledge of Oracle MRP systems a plus.
• Must be able to work extended hours when required.
• Understanding of financial impact of effective inventory management.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Must be responsible and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.