The Materials Manager will be responsible for managing Elyria Replenishment Analysts and inventory control personnel and ensuring that the procurement process runs efficiently. You will lead all aspects of the entire materials management process, working closely with the manufacturing and distribution center teams. Your goal will be to ensure that the company has the vital materials and resources to meet its production goals while minimizing costs. In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Ma... more details
The Materials Manager will be responsible for managing Elyria Replenishment Analysts and inventory control personnel and ensuring that the procurement process runs efficiently. You will lead all aspects of the entire materials management process, working closely with the manufacturing and distribution center teams. Your goal will be to ensure that the company has the vital materials and resources to meet its production goals while minimizing costs.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Manage a team of Elyria Replenishment Analysts and inventory control personnel and provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to achieve department goals.
- Plan and complete replenishment activities in JDE, including purchasing/scheduling raw materials, components, and finished goods from suppliers.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that ensure the timely delivery of materials while minimizing inventory levels and costs.
- Monitor and adjust PFEP parameters as vital.
- Supervise supplier performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.
- Identify and implement process improvements to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the materials management function.
- Analyze data and provide reports to senior management on key performance indicators and supply chain metrics.
Who You Are:
You establish clear responsibilities and processes for supervising work and measuring results. You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You build teamwork allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You extract lessons learned from previous failures and mistakes. You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You push yourself and help others achieve results.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or other related discipline OR a combination of experience and education.
- At least five (5) years of purchasing/supply chain experience in a high-paced environment.
- Knowledge and in-depth understanding of inventory control, purchasing, and material planning systems & principles.
- Solid understanding of PFEP (Plan For Every Part) process and pull systems.
- Proficiency in ERP systems.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
- Master’s degree, or MBA, in related field is preferred.
- Green and/or Black Belt certification preferred.
- JDE experience preferred.
Our Offer To You:
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourage innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
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