Adjust ERP system settings for optimal material planning
Plan raw materials and supply chain for production needs
Review and manage excess and obsolete inventory
Troubleshoot logistics for customers and suppliers
Collaborate with Corporate Sourcing for supplier/product approvals
Lead the Materials staff and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development
Collaborative work environment
Engagement in continuous improvement projects
Leadership role with team management responsibilities
Exposure to various plant functions and processes
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
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.
