Materials Manager

2 weeks ago

greenville, United States Sure Controls Inc. Full time

Job Summary

The Materials Manager role ensures that the right materials are available at the right time, in the right quantities, and at the right cost, maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing waste. The Materials Management Specialist will work closely with distribution operations/teams, integration operations/teams, suppliers, and other departments to streamline operations and support the overall efficiency of the supply chain.


Essential Duties

  • Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible pricing and delivery.
  • In conjunction with procurement associate, develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
  • Chair supplier management council:

-Prepare reports and present findings to management.

-Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns.

-Develop and implement supplier improvement programs.

  • Seek out alternate supply channels for long lead time and/or commodity parts.
  • Manage supplier SPA agreements.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives relating to purchasing, shipping and related processes.
  • Work with distribution and integration teams to forecast material needs to ensure continuous supply and proactively address any material shortages or delays that could impact schedules.
  • Oversee procurement and shipping team members.
  • Other duties as assigned


*An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.


Competencies

Cognitive Skills:

  • Interpretation of written and verbal information
  • Working Memory – Ability to recall stored, visual images or verbal information.
  • Decision Making – Gathering facts, analysis and producing a final choice.
  • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions and works well individually and in group problem solving situations.


Business Acumen:

  • Basic Financial Knowledge and Mathematical Abilities (Markup, Margin, Discounts)
  • Writing Skills (E-mail, etc.)


Leadership:

  • Foster Open Communications
  • Meet Customer Needs
  • Promote Teamwork
  • Think Creatively
  • Show Drive and Initiative
  • Excellent Time Management Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence


Functional Technical Skills:

  • Customer telephone dialog skills
  • Computing (software and hardware skills) (MS)
  • Supply chain management skills
  • Organizational and record-keeping skills 


Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma

Experience and/or Training: 5 years related experience and/or training in a logistics or purchasing role; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 2 years supervising or managing a team.

Licenses/Certificates: N/A

Technology/Equipment: Computing/Software Skills including Microsoft Office Suite. 


Preferred Qualifications

Education Associates and/or BA/BS Degree

Experience and/or Training 7-10 years’ experience in operations, logistics or supply chain management experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred. Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems. Working knowledge of forecasting and budgeting.  

Licenses/Certificates: N/A

Technology/Equipment: Computing/Software Skills including Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics and Microsoft Office Suite.


Physical & Mental Demands

  • Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
  • Speak and hear communications.


Working Environment

The noise level in the work environment is from moderate to loud. Partial remote work is available for this position. 

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