Materials Manager
3 months ago
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Materials Manager to join our plastic injection molding team. As a Materials Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the material management process from procurement to inventory control, ensuring an efficient and cost-effective supply chain for plastic injection molding operations. Your expertise in material planning, sourcing, and inventory management will be crucial in optimizing production, reducing costs, and maintaining high-quality standards. This position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Material Planning and Sourcing:
o Collaborate with production, engineering, and purchasing teams to determine material requirements based on production schedules and customer demand.
o Develop and implement material planning strategies to ensure a consistent supply of raw materials for plastic injection molding operations.
o Identify and qualify suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality materials at competitive prices.
o Continuously monitor market trends and industry developments to optimize material selection and sourcing strategies.
2. Inventory Management:
o Develop and implement inventory control policies and procedures to optimize stock levels, minimize carrying costs, and prevent shortages or excesses.
o Coordinate with production and scheduling teams to ensure material availability, avoiding disruptions to the plastic injection molding process.
o Conduct routine audits, including cycle counts and physical inventory, to ensure accurate inventory records and compliance with corporate policies.
o Conduct routine audits, including MBOM, Inventory Control parameters, and LPA audits, to ensure inventory accuracy and identify areas for improvement.
o Analyze inventory performance against targets, identify variances, and lead investigation and problem-solving activities to resolve inventory discrepancies.
o Recommend and implement corrective actions to improve inventory performance and achieve targets.
3. Quality Assurance:
o Collaborate with quality control teams to establish material quality standards, conduct supplier audits, and implement quality assurance programs.
o Ensure that materials meet specified requirements, comply with industry regulations, and adhere to company quality standards.
o Resolve material-related quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.
4. Cost Optimization:
o Identify cost-saving opportunities in material procurement, storage, and handling processes without compromising quality or production efficiency.
o Analyze pricing trends, negotiate contracts, and implement cost reduction initiatives to achieve financial targets.
o Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, including pricing, delivery, and quality, to ensure competitiveness and drive continuous improvement.
5. Team Leadership and Collaboration:
o Lead a team of material management professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
o Foster a collaborative and productive working environment, promoting effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
o Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including production, engineering, purchasing, and finance, to align material management activities with overall business objectives.
o Communicate effectively and work well with fellow team members, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
o Provide recognition and positive reinforcement to team members, promoting their development and growth.
o Investigate and resolve problems among team members assigned to the area, addressing interpersonal conflicts and performance issues.
6. Problem Resolution and Continuous Improvement:
o Work with materials, quality, and operations teams to reconcile inventory, receiving, delivery, presentation, and quality discrepancies with inbound or outbound products.
o Lead investigation and problem-solving activities for inventory variances, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
o Drive continuous improvement projects and initiatives related to material management, optimizing processes, and enhancing efficiency.
Qualifications and Skills:
· Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
· Proven experience in material management, procurement, or supply chain roles within the plastic injection molding industry.
· Strong knowledge of plastic materials, their properties, and their application in injection molding processes.
· Solid understanding of material planning, sourcing, and inventory management principles and best practices.
· Familiarity with relevant regulations, quality standards, and industry certifications (e.g., ISO, FDA) related to material management.
· Demonstrated experience in negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost optimization initiatives.
· Proficiency in using material planning and inventory management software or ERP systems.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, analyze trends, and make data-driven decisions.
· Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of material management professionals.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Join our team NYX as a Materials Manager and play a key role in optimizing our material management processes for plastic injection molding operations. You will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, drive cost optimization, ensure the availability of high-quality materials, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
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