Materials Manager

SAI Advanced Power Solutions, INC.; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

SAI Advanced Power Solutions, INC. seeks a dedicated Materials/Procurement professional to plan, source, store, and control incoming parts aligned with the production schedule. You will work with Production, Shipping, Receiving, Engineering, and Project Management to ensure timely procurement.

You will negotiate timelines and costs, support risk identification, and supervise inventory, scheduling, and data tracking. Strong ERP/MRP experience, leadership, and English fluency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in materials management/inventory control/logistics in manufacturing is a plus.
• Supervisory or managerial experience.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• Supply chain or outsourcing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support Purchasing Manager, Production and Project Management with all incoming purchased parts.
• Negotiate timeline, cost and manage flow of purchased parts and finished goods to meet projects on-time.
• Assist in identifying risks and use methods to maintain a project’s critical path.
• Direct production and inventory control, shipping/receiving, and materials storage.
• Direct production planning/scheduling based on sales forecasts.
• Maintain inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Maintain accuracy of perpetual inventory system.
• Schedule delivery of materials with purchasing.
• Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs.
• Manage storage of purchased parts and finished goods.
• Write-offs on damaged/obsolete inventory; reflect accurate value.
• Coordinate year-end physical inventory procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities for pre-delivery, order processing, sales support.
• Manage flow of supplies based on production needs and master schedule.
• Work with ERP/MRP to maintain pricing and stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training & coaching

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team delegation

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

3–5 years in materials/logistics

Supervisory/managerial experience

APICS CPIM certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Fishbowl inventory

Microsoft Office

Job description

Expand yourself -- and your potential to succeed! Join our staff of motivated, forward-thinking individuals and thrive in an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for planning, procurement, storage and control of incoming purchased parts as it relates to meeting the needs of the production schedule according to receiving of all purchased parts, assemblies, etc. as listed on the Bill of Materials in order to start production. orders to suppliers including timelines with Production, Shipping, Receiving, Engineering, Inventory and Project Management and Quality Control departments to ensure a timely and accurate procurement process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Purchasing Manager, Production and Project Management with all incoming purchased parts.
• Negotiate timeline, cost and manage the flow of purchased parts and finished goods coming in and out of the facility to meet projects on-time, on-budget and on-spec
• Assist in identifying risks and use appropriate methods to maintain a project’s critical path
• Directs production and inventory control, shipping and receiving, and materials storage.
• Directs production planning and scheduling based on sales forecasts.
• Maintains inventory levels to ensure deliveries occur within customer timelines.
• Maintains and ensures accuracy of the perpetual inventory system.
• Works with purchasing department to schedule delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce transportation costs and charges.
• Manages and monitors storage of purchased parts and finished goods.
• Performs write-offs on damaged or obsolete inventory to reflect accurate value of inventory.
• Establishes procedures for conducting and valuing year-end physical inventory.
• Coordinate a wide variety of functions within the company to provide liaison support during pre-delivery time including activities within order processing, customer relations and sales support
• Manage flow of supplies based on production needs and according to master schedule
• Work with Inventory department to maintain accurate information regarding pricing, inventory stock levels, releases, order status within automated ERP system
• Work with cross function teams to identify and define customer and project requirements that clearly layout customer expectations to all parties at SAI.
• Ensure that all contract administration procedures are followed and executed in a professional manner.
• Regular in-person attendance is an essential function of this job.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field from an accredited university
• 3-5 years experience in materials management, inventory control, or logistics required, specifically in manufacturing is a plus
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience
• Certifications like APICS CPIM are preferred
• Supply chain or previous experience in Outsourcing

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to read, write and converse fluently in English with the level of competency that will permit the applicant to function in the position.
• Proven leadership skills to manage, unify a team, and delegate work effectively.
• Ability to train, coach, and evaluate subordinates to help them reach their maximum potential.
• Strong organizational capabilities to assign shipping, receiving, and data tracking duties based on team strengths.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills to give direct instructions and coordinate with other departments like production/assembly.
• Self-motivation to solve shop-floor problems and direct workflow with minimal oversight.
• Advanced working knowledge of ERP and MRP systems
• Deep understanding of forecasting, budgeting, and inventory optimization techniques. Experience with Fishbowl inventory management system a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced schedule-driven environment. Timing is a critical function and is the key value that SAI provides to our customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)

Work Location:

• Franklin Park, IL
• Starting at $27/hour

H1B Sponsorship is not available for this position