Materials Manager
Kalamazoo, MI - USA
Job Summary
Develops and implements supply chain plans that affect the production distribution and inventory of finished products to enhance product flow.
Responsible for timely delivery of all production supplies with direct responsibilities for resin procurement forecasting and railroad supporting activities.
Collaborates with production and asset care and other departments to develop plant scheduling to optimize schedule compliance and on-time in-full delivery
Ensures inventory accuracy through cycle counting and physical inventory.
Manages Warehouse Operations at the plant scheduling material handling shipping and receiving
Monitors material usage and develop plans to improve production variances with operations
Liaisons with procurement operations and IBP on MRP process.
Supports the monthly S&O process.
Assists in the development of policies guidelines procedures and training to ensure quality and cost control.
Conducts distribution and network studies monitors inventory and analyzes requirements to develop strategies to achieve desired delivery times and order fill rates.
Maintains appropriate records and prepares reports.
Coordinates logistics activities with internal/external customers.
Ensures adherence to all safety requirements and 6S. Fosters a safety culture. Conducts plant wide Gemba walks weekly to monitor 6S safety and food safety compliance
Ensures compliance to quality and audit requirements
Ensures compliance to PEPS (continuous improvement system).
Engages employees and develops employees for next-level roles
Position is an On-site position
You should be proficient in:
- Bachelors Degree
- Shipping/Receiving
- Warehouse Experience
- Distribution Experience
- ERP & MRP Systems
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Inventory Management & Control
- Supply Chain Management
- Sourcing and Procurement Experience
- Supplier Negotiation Experience
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
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