Materials Manager

Gates Corporation; Alabama; Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation + 11 holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Gates Corporation in Red Bay, AL is seeking a Materials Manager to lead a team and oversee end-to-end supply chain, including procurement, production planning, scheduling and inventory control to meet safety, quality and delivery goals.

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree, lean manufacturing knowledge, strong problem-solving, and proficiency with MS Office; must be eligible to work in the United States; this is a full-time on-site role with relocation not

Qualifikationen

• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge required.

Aufgaben

• Lead a team of 3+ direct reports to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, and supplier relations.
• Coordinate end-to-end supply chain activities including planning and scheduling.
• Mentor associates and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with plant policies and CSP execution.

Kenntnisse

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

What to Expect

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Red Bay, AL plant, you will be aMaterials Manager.

As aMaterials Manager, you will guide a team to ensure seamless operations that meet customer expectations in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement, inspiring plant employees to uphold high standards in all manufacturing areas. Additionally, you will mentor associates in evaluating sales orders, schedules, and inventory records to optimize raw material and part availability, ensuring efficient and joint production planning.

Key Responsibilities (to name a few)

• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and goals for procuring goods and services.
• Provide management, coaching, and guidance to supervisors, fostering their growth and success.
• Manage purchasing operations, ensuring all materials and supplies meet quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Maintain balanced inventory levels in alignment with plant guidelines and team goals.
• Ensure the proper selection and application of products and services for global customers.
• Provide assistance in shipping, receiving, and product control to maintain efficient operations.
• Process documentation through internal systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure achievement of operational KPIs by effectively managing backlog, maintaining service level commitments, and supporting successful CSP execution.
• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including raw material receiving, production planning, scheduling, and warehouse management to ensure efficient material flow and on-time delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• 3+ direct reports
• Has formal supervisory responsibilities; sets priorities for and coaches associates to meet deadlines
• Has performance management and people development responsibility for associates under their care

About You

• 5-7 years of experience, Bachelors degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing required.
• Experience managing a workforce through lean implementation is a plus.
• High mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively.
• Proficient in computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Full-Time
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.