About Veeco
You probably dont realize it but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person every day. Its a bold statement but its true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the worlds collective knowledge to the cloudbased services where all that information lives to highspeed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence augmented and virtual reality gaming and so much more our technology is all around us.
We design develop manufacture and service highly complex cuttingedge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age connect the world and improve the human experience. Along with the worlds leading technology companies many of which are household names we help solve their most difficult material science challenges enabling technologies for a more connected sustainable and convenient world.
Were looking for material differencemakers to join our growing team. Interested Learn more at Instruments is currently seeking a Materials Manager to join our worldclass Global Operations in Horsham PA. This position reports to the Senior Director of Operations and serves as a key member of the Operations management team. This position is responsible for the overall direction coordination and evaluation of the materials planning and logistics team. This is a demanding role that requires strategic planning superb in a fastpaced challenging environment and exceptional leadership skills for organizational development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the materials management materials planning and warehouse andshipping operations functions for a variety of manufacturing scenarios complex capital equipment refurbishment and configuration of complex equipment run rate business global service and spare parts etc. The successful candidate can manage numerous complex priorities simultaneously with a hands on approach and style.
Responsibilities:
- Plans organizes directs controls coordinates and implements strategy related to inventory control and planning/scheduling/ procurement functions to ensure timely completion and support of the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and site inventory plans
- Organizes supervises and directs the work of material planners direct materials purchasing warehouse personnel and the master scheduler
- Develops prepares andimproves processes procedures and instructions regarding planning direct material purchasing and warehousing systems and procedures
- Ensures that outsourced assemblies and component materials are available to support the MPS and spare parts sales orders
- Oversees the process which identifies and communicates parts/material status including shortages resolves material problems to minimize downtime and operational delays
- Drives continuous improvement. Identifies plans and executes major improvement projects develops and conducts training on proper procedures as required
- Observes team members to ensure compliance to Veeco procedures safety protocols and SOX requirements
- Prepares inventory forecast based on MPS plans with global oversight of inventory for multiple product lines understands the financial impact of decisions on the business
- Handles Excess & Obsolete analysis forecast and financial reserve recommendations. Looks for and implements productivity improvements and material cost reductions
- Tracks analyzes and develops action plans for Materials department metrics such as OTD Fill Rates Stock Outs/Zero Bin MRB cycle time Cycle Count Accuracy etc.
- Develops plan and is responsible for oversight on inventory cycle counts
- Deploys both strategic and tactical planning and management of the shipping department
- Develops talent and organization thru culture training succession planning process to create a high performing continuously improving scalable organization
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Business Industrial Engineering Logistics Management or related area is required. Masters degree preferred. Aminimum of 5years of material planning experience is required as is experience leading and developing a highperformingteam. Experience in a low volume manufacturing environment is a must.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Accreditations such as APICS certification in Supply Chain Management or Detailed Scheduling and Planning or CPIM preferred
- Experience with materials management using SAP as the ERP platform is preferred
- Demonstrates outstanding leadership skills in the development of the team through assessment recruiting coaching mentoring and building credibility crossfunctionally across Veeco
- Sound quality practices and understanding in ISO9000 Lean Manufacturing 5S and Six Sigma
- Global supply chain and contract manufacturing experience is preferred
- Must be a dynamic leader who possesses the essentialcharacteristics of a cando attitude integritycompetitiveness accountability creativity and teamwork
- Will inspireothers by creatingarticulating and implementing a vision for the Materials team
- Knowledge of Quality Management Techniques like Value Stream Mapping Six Sigma 8D etc.
- Experience with Warehouse Management and Shop floor control desired
- This position requires <10 domestic travel primarily to our Somerset NJ location
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The expected salary range for this position is $93000 $117165 plus bonus opportunity. When determining your pay we will consider your location experience and other jobrelated factors. If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Veeco we encourage you to apply or email your resume to.
Other benefits include:
- Medical Dental and Vision
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Time
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Commuter Benefits
- Life and Accident Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Identity Theft Remediation
- Emergency Travel Assistance
Veeco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
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