Section Manager-Materials 31

GTR Link; Columbus, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Holiday gift

Job summary

PACCAR seeks a Materials Section Manager in Columbus, Mississippi to lead 5–10 direct reports and up to 15 non-direct reports, driving Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement across safety, quality, delivery, and costs.

You will create and analyze supply chain reports, manage inventory and documentation, partner with other departments, and mentor teams while upholding PACCAR safety policies. A bachelor’s degree is required; SAP experience and strong Office tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• At least three (3) years of SAP experience required.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of Six-Sigma, Kaizen, and/or Continuous Improvement Concepts required.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing, and Inventory Control.
• Ability to work flexible work schedule.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and evaluate complex situations to recommend sound action plans.
• Must be self-motivated, well organized, flexible, and able to handle the pressure of a high-volume operation.
• Must be able to operate independently and with little guidance.

Responsibilities

• Creates, executes, analyzes and monitors Supply Chain reports for customer data, supplier data, internal processing data, and other reports as required by the business.
• Maintains and monitors system data and transactions to support internal and external processes.
• Manages and sometimes executes documentation processes including but not limited to obtaining, compiling, maintaining and issuing necessary records, reports, and data or lists, ensuring accuracy of content and correct distribution.
• Oversees all processes related to perpetual inventory control, accuracy and reporting.
• Collaborates with other departments, divisions, or applicants to exchange information as necessary.
• Drives results through analytics, lean processes, and data-driven metrics and KPIs.
• Creates and maintains documentation for standard operations using Six Sigma tools.
• Manages and supports special projects as needed.
• Supports and develops teams and individual’s skillsets.
• Promotes and adheres to all PACCAR Safety Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Six-Sigma

Kaizen

Continuous Improvement

Flexible work schedule

Adaptability

Independent working

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: SECTION MANAGER - SG31

Company Information:

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR.

Requisition Summary:

The role of Materials Section Manager is to drive for results through Lean Manufacturing principles including the application of Six Sigma tools and managing projects within their team. Process improvements are required in the following areas, but not limited to: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Costs, Environmental and the Morale of the team. The scope of responsibility includes 5-10 Direct Reports and up to 15 non-direct reports.

Job Functions / Responsibilities:

• Creates, executes, analyzes and monitors Supply Chain reports for customer data, supplier data, internal processing data, and other reports as required by the business.
• Maintains and monitors system data and transactions to support internal and external processes.
• Manages and sometimes executes documentation processes including but not limited to obtaining, compiling, maintaining and issuing necessary records, reports, and data or lists, ensuring accuracy of content and correct distribution.
• Oversees all processes related to perpetual inventory control, accuracy and reporting.
• Collaborates with other departments, divisions, or applicants to exchange information as necessary.
• Drives results through analytics, lean processes, and data-driven metrics and KPIs.
• Creates and maintains documentation for standard operations using Six Sigma tools.
• Manages and supports special projects as needed.
• Supports and develops teams and individual’s skillsets.
• Promotes and adheres to all PACCAR Safety Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• At least three (3) years of SAP experience required.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of Six-Sigma, Kaizen, and/or Continuous Improvement Concepts required.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing, and Inventory Control.
• Ability to work flexible work schedule.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and evaluate complex situations to recommend sound action plans.
• Must be self-motivated, well organized, flexible, and able to handle the pressure of a high-volume operation.
• Must be able to operate independently and with little guidance.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from the time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
• A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
• Comprehensive paid time off- minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

General Description of any Other Compensation

• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
• This position offers relocation assistance benefits.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.