Multi-site Materials Manager

CSP (Teijin Automotive Technologies); Carey (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CSP is a leading Tier One supplier of advanced composite components for the automotive industry, based in Ohio. We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain leader to oversee inventory planning, scheduling, and materials management to align with forecasts and budget.

The role requires a Bachelor's in supply chain or engineering, 10+ years in manufacturing, and CPIM/APICS or MBA preferred. Oracle/SAP experience and strong Excel skills are essential to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, Logistics, or Engineering.
• MBA or master’s in supply chain management preferred.
• APICS CPIM certification highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain production control planning and scheduling to meet forecasts and balance manpower and machinery utilization.
• Investigate deviations to production schedules and ensure timely resolution.
• Provide accurate customer order responses, ensuring schedules, materials, and systems are in place.
• Collaborate with Operations to develop production plans and forecasts.
• Develop and adjust sales forecasts based on release information and market conditions.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimize inventory levels to balance demand and costs.
• Lead plant purchasing functions for direct and indirect materials.
• Track KPI performance and ensure achievement of plant metric targets.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or engineering

MBA or related master's preferred

APICS CPIM certification preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (Oracle/SAP)

Reporting tools / data analysis tools

Job description

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee and maintain production control planning and scheduling programs to meet sales forecasts and balance manpower and machine utilization.
• Investigate deviations to production schedules and ensure timely resolution.
• Provide accurate and timely customer order responses, ensuring that required schedules, materials, and systems are in place.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to develop production plans and forecasts.
• Develop and adjust sales forecasts based on release information and market conditions.
• Create strategies for efficient manufacturing and on-time product delivery to consistently meet customer requirements.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to balance customer demand with carrying costs and minimize premium freight.
• Oversee changes in Bills of Material (BOM) with Engineering collaboration.
• Develop and implement visual inventory management systems on the production floor.
• Establish procedures and oversee annual physical inventory, including valuation and reconciliation.
• Monitor inventory adjustments, conduct cycle counting, and integrate sales forecasts with inventory and budget planning.
• Manage obsolete products and support Sales in removal activities.
• Manage departmental expenses within budget and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong cross-functional and strategic relationships across all levels of management.
• Motivate, coach, and develop staff to optimize performance and encourage personal/professional growth.
• Identify and develop internal talent through mentoring and succession planning.
• Maintain departmental Key Operating Procedures (KOPs) and ensure compliance with safety rules, UAW union contracts, and plant policies.
• Lead plant purchasing functions for both direct and indirect materials.
• Drive departmental accountability through KPI tracking, action item follow-up, and achievement of plant metric targets.
• Promote and integrate safety as a core responsibility alongside departmental objectives.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in inventory management, planning, scheduling, and distribution within a manufacturing environment.
• Automotive supplier experience strongly desired.
• Proven track record of team leadership and performance improvement.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and manufacturing cost structures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle/SAP preferred).
• Ability to utilize complex reporting and data analysis tools effectively.

Deliverables:

• Departmental KOP reports and compliance.
• Achievement of overall departmental goals and objectives.
• Employee training, coaching, and development plans.
• Consistently high levels of plant customer satisfaction.
• Inventory accuracy and effective inventory level management.
• Documented continuous improvement initiatives.
• Reduction of inventory adjustments and obsolete stock.
• Support quality, environmental, and 5-S programs.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, Logistics, or Engineering required.
• MBA or master’s in supply chain management preferred.
• APICS certification highly preferred; CPIM strongly recommended.

If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!