Material Scheduling Manager

Momentive Technologies; Hebron (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with Company Match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Job summary

Momentive Technologies in Newark, OH, is seeking a Materials Scheduling Manager to lead the Quartz BU’s scheduling across three U.S. plants.

You will drive OTIF improvements, reduce inventory and lead times, and partner with Commercial, ISR, Operations, Finance, and Quality to optimize customer orders. The role requires 10+ years in supply chain/operations, strong SAP skills, and a track record in continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering/Business Administration.
• 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain/Commercial/Operations.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical skills and strong process mindset.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Experience with S-4 Hana and Lean/Six Sigma exposure.

Responsibilities

• Leads and oversees Scheduling team members for multiple product lines at three U.S. plants; back-up for all schedulers.
• Tracks OTIF performance, codes misses, and drives cross-functional CI to improve OTIF.
• Primary liaison for Production Planning with Commercial, Logistics, and Manufacturing.
• Manage expedited orders, quick-turns, and capacity planning; provide status updates to ISR and planners.
• Owns NPI workflow for raw materials and finished goods; coordinates material requests.
• Publish and maintain lead times for each product line; participate in plant meetings and Gemba walks.
• Contribute to campaign management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee inventory management of materials across three plants; lead SAP packaging material management and safety stock levels.
• Identify capacity bottlenecks and work with Operations to mitigate deficits.
• Attend supply meetings with Sales and Operations; lead additional planning meetings with multiple stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Process mindset

Supply chain experience

Cross-functional collaboration

SAP proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering/Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

S-4 Hana

Excel

Job description

Momentive Technologies delivers purity that inspires progress. Leveraging a nearly 75-year legacy of innovation, our ultra–high-purity products help enable high-quality processing and production for a wide range of applications in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, lighting, aerospace, water purification, pharmaceutical, consumer electronics and telecommunications industries.

As a world leader in fused quartz and ceramic solutions, we offer an unrivaled ability to supply custom material solutions at scale to the highest standards of quality. By engineering custom materials with uncommon purity and unwavering precision, Momentive Technologies gives our customers the freedom to think big and develop transformative products that benefit mankind on the grandest of scales. Together, Momentive Technologies and our customers are reshaping the world.

The Materials Scheduling Manager is responsible for leading the Quartz BU’s Scheduling function across its three U.S. plants. The main deliverables are improved OTIF (On Time in Full) service, reduced Days of Inventory (DOI), and reduced lead times. The individual with have active engagement across the organization, including Commercial, ISR, Operations, Finance, and Quality, etc. This role is a key to improve overall execution of customer orders in a timely and in a cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Leads and provides oversight to Scheduling team members for multiple product lines at three plants in the U.S. Serves as a back-up for all schedulers.
• Tracks OTIF (On Time in Full) service performance including accurate coding of the misses. Identifies and works with schedulers and operations teams to avoid misses. Leads CI efforts cross-functionally to improve overall OTIF.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for Production Planning and liaison with Commercial, Logistics, and Manufacturing departments.
• Expedite management – “distressed orders” or other errors, replacements, quick-turn management, order swaps / overall capacity management, order status updates with ISR’s (and follow-up with planners on potential improvements).
• Supply Chain owner for new product introduction (NPI) workflow process – managing requests for Raw/Semi-Finished Materials.
• Review and publish lead times for respective product lines.
• Attends plant meetings and Gemba walk to understand how Scheduling can support overall operational plans and any actions needed due to any interruptions. Provide inputs to Site Leadership for continuous improvements.
• Be a member of campaign management team to address and implement new approaches.
• Inventory management of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods for three plants.
• Lead SAP management of all packaging materials including setting right safety stock levels and periodic review to adjust MRP/SAP parameters to ensure steady supply.
• Identifies any capacity bottlenecks and works effectively with Operations to develop a plan to mitigate deficits.
• Participates in supply meetings with Sales and Operations Team; leads additional planning meetings with Sales, Production, Logistics, Purchasing, and Customer Service staff. Leads furnace and tungsten planning meetings.
• Develop detailed documentation of scheduling process and work towards developing one common process with using SAP tools/best practice optimally.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering/ Business Administration
• 10 + Years of Experience in Supply Chain/Commercial/Operations Role
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent Analytical skills and strong process mindset
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional certification by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)
• Experience with different facets of supply chain- planning, scheduling, logistics and purchasing
• Experience with S-4 Hana including implementation experience
• Six Sigma/Lean and Continuous Improvement Exposure

Key Relationships

• Commercial Team, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics
• Travel Requirements:
• Based in Newark, OH manufacturing site (4 days per week onsite)10%-20% (Willoughby and Highland Plant, Ohio)

Working Conditions

• Typical Manufacturing set up

Our Materials Scheduling Manager earn a variable compensation including base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.

Joining the Momentive team includes:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Momentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors.

EEO Statement

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