Material Manager

Dakkota Integrated Systems, LLC.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Material Manager to lead a team in ensuring efficient supply chain operations. This role involves supervising staff, coordinating procurement activities, and driving improvements to meet customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in material management, particularly within the automotive sector, and will be responsible for maintaining inventory levels and supplier relations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on operational success while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of material management experience in an automotive environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team and ensure timely management reporting.
• Coordinate material activities and oversee supplier relations.
• Drive continual improvement and maintain inventory goals.

Skills

Material Management

Staff Supervision

Supply Chain Management

Problem Solving

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA

Job description

Kansas City (Fairfax)
230 Kindleberger Rd
Kansas City, KS 66115, USA

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Supervise Assistant Material Managers, Packaging and Logistics Specialists, Materials Systems Coordinator, Service Parts Coordinator, and Planners.
2. Develop, implement, and maintain system procedures for accurate and timely management reporting.
3. Work with manufacturing and customers to schedule production, arrange transportation, and maintain minimum inventory levels to meet customer requirements for assigned locations.
4. Oversee the training, development, and evaluation of all department employees to ensure that current and future objectives are met.
5. Oversee supplier relations, primarily supplier performance objectives, and participate in program management activities as appropriate.
6. Coordinate all material activities including the timely procurement of production & service components for assigned locations.
7. Review and monitor all inventories and cycle counts and maintain the company’s established goals.
8. Drive continual improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
9. Establish, measure, and work to achieve the company goals as they relate to the Key Operating Indicators.
10. Oversee packaging and logistics initiatives including premium freight, freight routing, customer’s packaging requirements (CLIPS).
11. Review and monitor the PFEP (plan for every part) and ensure that Min/Max levels are maintained for all assigned locations.
12. Document all activities as required.
13. Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
14. Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

Limits of Authority

1. Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety, or customer satisfaction results.
2. Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.
3. Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or system.
4. Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through the appropriate channels and verify implementation.
5. Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.

Basic Education, Experience and Skills Required

1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. 5 years material management experience including staff supervision, preferably in an automotive environment.
3. 10 years material management experience including staff supervision, preferably in an automotive environment.
4. MBA desirable.
5. Familiar with all procedures/guidelines relating to the Materials department.
6. Able to maintain confidential information.

Internal Training (Minimum Requirements)

1. Dakkota Vision and Culture
2. Process – Materials Management
3. Process – Engineering Change
4. Process – Purchasing and Supplier Development
5. Process – Shipping Management
6. Health, Safety and Physical

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

Travel Requirements

1. Up to 10% travel required.
2. Occasional overnight travel required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities