SBU Material Control Process Leader

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Whats in it for you:

This position is responsible for seamless material flow into the factory to support internal flow and is highly focused on employee development supporting growth improving customer experience world class lean & cycle compression transformation inventory accuracy and productivity.

Key performance indicators for this position are safety quality delivery inventory and productivity. This role reports directly to the SBU Materials SIOP and Logistics Leader.

What you will do:

• Facilitate the optimization of material management and inventory control through continuous improvement activities
• Lead implementation of the strategic plan for business system applications and systems readiness. This includes but not limited to tools utilized for warehouse design supermarket design replenishment signaling (sequencing kitting picking) point of use delivery automation engineering (low-cost automation AGV)
• Lead cross functional alignment related to layout and timing for material flow applications
• Operationalize the optimization of material flow strategy (fork-free material feeding automation cost optimization floor space optimization third part cost minimization)
• Work with plant and SBU teams to design four wall material flow analysis and simulation with an effort to optimize cost
• Identify cost/waste reduction opportunities for Material Other Productivity through continuous improvement approach. Act as SBU liaison to drive Material Other strategy to delivery business results
• Develop solution to material flow challenges associated to point of use delivery
• Identify new and emerging technologies to enhance existing processes designed to stimulate a competitive advantage in supporting the new and existing business functions
• Lead coach mentor and develop direction to analyze production issues develop countermeasures and issue resolution for internal material flow
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing following and enforcing standard procedures
• Develop strategies to optimize site-wide material flow through application of lean principles process management material handling strategies and automation
• Lead the implementation of a progress-based pull system to synchronize all last mile and internal material flow processes.
• Implement world-class kitting and sequencing all aspects of the PFEP program including point-of-use and logistics considerations
• Collaborate with enterprise technology leaders and manufacturing leaders to improve material and information flow
• Optimize material delivery processes by analyzing workflow staffing levels space requirements equipment requirements storage and conveyance methods
• Maintain efficient workflow through development of standard work area layouts material flow maps and material handling and recommend equipment as needed.

What you will bring:

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on supply chain experience with direct responsibility of large supply chain operations
• Demonstrates strong leadership through influence though leader and drives collaboration through the business
• Expertise in ERP MES WMS and material flow optimization
• Bachelors degree in supply chain engineering logistics business management or relevant experience
• Experience related to automation engineering and design
• Deep understanding of PFEP and ability to manage the lifecycle of material flow (phase in/out)
• Proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment
• Individual must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and can interface and influence up and down the organization to drive stakeholder buy-in
• Demonstrated mastery of project management and analytical skills
• In-depth understanding of world-class materials management execution
• Must be able to travel up to 25%
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and effective implementation of kaizen six sigma and kanban material management operational excellence tools and techniques

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Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority merit geographic location education experience travel requirements and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally benefits may vary depending on the region business alignment union involvement and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6% plus an additional 2% core contribution up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days 9 paid holidays 3 floating holidays sick leave and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin pregnancy age marital status disability status as a protected veteran or any legally protected status.