Manager Materials

Manager Materials

Manages supplier and commodity strategies materials readiness and inventory operations to support business objectives. Oversees supplier selection development and performance while ensuring supply continuity cost competitiveness and compliance. Partners crossâfunctionally to align planning logistics and execution driving operational efficiency working capital improvement and sustainable supply chain.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supplier & Commodity Management

• Responsible for the development monitoring and maintenance of the supply chain which includes supplier selection development agreements qualification performance and continuous improvement.
• Develops commodity strategies and identifies gaps that exist in the current or potential supplier

New product Introduction (NPI) & Capacity Readiness

• Owns materials readiness for new product introductions including supplier capacity cost targets lead times and ramp-up execution.

Risk Management & Business Continuity

• Leads supply chain risk identification and mitigation strategies including dual sourcing capacity assurance business continuity planning and supplier financial monitoring.
• Develops contingency plans to ensure continuity of supply during disruptions.

Planning & Forecasting

• Partners with Sales Operations and Finance to support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes ensuring alignment between demand forecasts inventory targets and supply capabilities.
• Ensures daily interaction with other departments to ensure schedules and goals are met.

Logistics Strategies & Compliance

• Oversees inbound logistics strategies freight optimization and coordination with logistics partners to ensure cost-effective and reliable material flow.
• Ensures compliance with global trade regulations tariffs customs requirements and import/export controls.

Sustainability

• Integrates sustainability ethical sourcing and ESG requirements into supplier selection development and ongoing performance management.
• Ensures supplier compliance with corporate social responsibility environmental and regulatory standards.

Inventory Management & Working Capital

• Manages inventory and purchases to control/balance cost availability and working capital metrics.
• Monitors and reports critical inventory control metrics and develops control or counter measures to meet business plan as required.
• Manages maintenance repair and operations parts and equipment buying.

Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Leverages data analytics dashboards and digital supply chain tools to improve forecast accuracy inventory turns supplier performance and working capital outcomes.
• Drives continuous improvement through automation and system enhancements within ERP/MRP and planning tools.
  • Partners with R&D engineers project and product managers/staff to identify analyze and perform financial analysis for cost savings opportunities.

Talent Management & Culture

• Develops and executes talent development succession planning and capability-building strategies within the materials and supply chain organization.
• Builds a culture of accountability continuous improvement cross-functional and collaboration across JO.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• In partnership with human resources performs human resources responsibilities for staff which includes but is not limited to the following: hiring and terminating employees promotions/pay adjustments staff development performance evaluations resolution of employee concerns and disciplinary counseling.
• Manages controls and recommends budgets within approved guidelines.
• Develops and revises departmental policies procedures and guidelines to meet business needs. Supervises direct reports to prescribed company administrative policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: Typically requires a bachelors degree in business administration supply chain management or equivalent.

Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment which includes leadership experience managing supplier development and performance inventory control/management and purchasing functions.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience within the electronics or comparable consumer products industry supporting complex fastâpaced supply chain environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in materials planning theory and practices including demand planning supply planning and inventory management.
• Experience leading sourcing supplier management and materials management functions within a global operating environment.
• Strong knowledge of supply management production planning and inventory control methods and procedures.
• Proven ability to develop and execute supplier and commodity strategies that drive cost savings efficiency improvements and supply continuity.
• Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI) including materials readiness supplier capacity planning lead times and rampâup execution.
• Working knowledge of supply chain risk management business continuity planning and supplier performance management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite project management tools and sourcing applications.
• Experience working with fully integrated ERP and/or MRP systems to support planning execution and performance reporting.
• Ability to leverage data metrics and dashboards to drive informed decisionâmaking and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to build a positive accountable culture and motivate teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively partner across Sales Operations Finance Engineering and external suppliers.
• Ability to influence crossâfunctional stakeholders and drive alignment in a matrixed organization.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while adhering to established policies procedures and compliance requirements.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work onsite with outsourced manufacturing partners and suppliers as needed.
• Compensation range $100k - $140k depends upon experience.

A few pointers about our culture:

1. Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out there. We are laser-focused on our consumers and passionate about inspiring people to actively engage with the amazing awe of the outdoors again and again. We strive to create meaningful healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands. We value diversity and team members who are willing to wear multiple hats; who take personal initiative anticipating what needs to be done and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask for help to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

1. Share in the companys success - Competitive base salary with additional earning potential through participation in the annual discretionary cash profit sharing program and eligibility for annual pay increases.
2. Find your work/life balance with generous paid time off and holiday benefits health insurance and wellness plans.
3. Further your career with training opportunities including our tuition assistance program.
4. Plan for your future with our 401k with company match and deferred retirement contributions Sons & Daughters Scholarship program life and LTD insurance and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Johnson Outdoors (and all subsidiaries) without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran marital or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Johnson Outdoors is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please contact Human Resources atto let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us:

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation Fishing Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors iconic brands include.: Old Town canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak; Carlisle paddles; Minn Kota fishing motors batteries and anchors; Cannon downriggers; Humminbird marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO dive equipment; Jetboil outdoor cooking systems. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history evolving from a single brand into a nearly $663 million global enterprise with around 1300 employees across 20 countries.

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