Nelson Global Products

Materials Manager

Nelson Global Products • $80K — $95K *
Fort Wayne, IN 46835In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
  • 3+ years of experience in Materials management
  • Management experience is essential
  • Familiarity with plant operations and processes is a must
  • Experience with ERP systems like LN, Oracle, or SAP

Responsibilities

  • Oversee inventory management aligned with AOP plans
  • Manage customer orders and EDI demands effectively
  • Adjust ERP system parameters for optimal material planning
  • Plan raw materials and supply chain to meet production needs
  • Review and manage excess and obsolete inventory
  • Address logistic concerns for both suppliers and customers
  • Collaborate with sourcing teams to resolve delivery and quality issues

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Potential for career advancement within the company
  • Contribution to meaningful projects that drive plant efficiency
Full Job Description
Position Overview:The Materials Manager will develop and maintain plant processes and procedures to manage inventory and materials within the plant to AOP level to improve on-time deliveries to customers.

Primary Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Inventory Management to AOP Plan
  • Order management of Customer orders and demands/EDI orders
  • Responsible for managing ERP system parameter settings that drive material planning requirements in pursuit of continuously improving inventory turns without disrupting manufacturing schedules
  • Planning raw material and supply chain to ensure plant production needs are met
  • Manage Excess & Obsolete Inventory Review and disposition
  • Troubleshoot logistic demands for both customers and suppliers
  • Drive value added activities with the plant personnel and engineering to improve material yield and reduce scrap
  • Proactively work with Corporate Sourcing and Material Planning groups to achieve successful and timely PPAP approvals of new suppliers/products. Collaborate with those same teams to resolve supplier delivery/quality/pricing issues
  • Manage the Materials staff at the plant
  • Drive Continuous Improvement within the Materials processes and procedures
  • Plant Staff Team member


Required Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent
  • 3+ years of Materials experience
  • Management experience
  • Experience with most aspects of Plant operations and processes


Skills & Abilities:

  • Considerable knowledge of all Plant functions
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Leadership skills - excellent judgment and decision making, ability to motivate others, management skills
  • Excellent computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Lean Manufacturing experience - 6-Sigma, Lean, Quality, etc.
  • Teamwork, Coaching and Development
  • Considerable experience in ERP systems (LN, Oracle, SAP, etc.)


About Nelson Global Products

Nelson Global Products is a leading manufacturer of exhaust and tube bending products for the heavy-duty truck, agricultural, and construction markets. The company's products are designed to meet the needs of its customers, providing high-quality, reliable solutions that improve performance and reduce emissions. Nelson Global Products has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of recycled materials and the development of more efficient manufacturing processes.
Learn more about Nelson Global Products
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$20 million
5 Year Trend
-10%
Revenue
$500 million
* Ladders Estimates

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