Materials Team Lead: Kanban, SAP & Lean

Werfenlife SA.; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Werfenlife SA. is seeking a skilled Material Coordinator Team Leader in Bedford, Massachusetts. The role involves leading and managing a team that ensures the proper flow of materials and processes for complex product lines. Responsibilities include managing Kanban systems, expediting orders, and training the team to meet production needs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, and expertise in SAP and Lean Manufacturing. Competitive salary and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience planning or purchasing in a manufacturing environment using advanced material planning processes.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent); APICS Certification (CPIM or CIRM) desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Material Coordinators responsible for materials flow.
• Manage Kanban material system for assigned product lines.
• Expedite overdue orders and address material shortages.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Leadership

SAP experience

Analytical skills

Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word

Demonstrated proficiency in MS Excel

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

APICS Certification (CPIM or CIRM)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Werfenlife SA. is seeking a skilled Material Coordinator Team Leader in Bedford, Massachusetts. The role involves leading and managing a team that ensures the proper flow of materials and processes for complex product lines. Responsibilities include managing Kanban systems, expediting orders, and training the team to meet production needs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, and expertise in SAP and Lean Manufacturing. Competitive salary and benefits available.