Materials Manager

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• Lead a team of Material Control Supervisors across all sites to oversee material utilization in trailer and chassis production.
• Develop and implement plans for material presentation, delivery, and management from receipt to shipment.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Suppliers to apply Kanbans and lean methods for material management.
• Design storage plans within sites using lean principles.
• Establish best practices for inventory forecasting, purchasing, and material control systems.
• Prepare customer delivery reports and communicate potential delays proactively.
• Supervise production scheduling by monitoring inventories and progress.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering, machining, and assembly to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through system management and discrepancy correction.
• Work with management to prepare budgets, analyze variances, and control costs.
• Participate in MRB and CAR meetings to resolve quality issues.
• Collaborate across departments to meet cost reduction targets.
• Maintain a safe work environment adhering to regulations.
• Attend scheduled hours and maintain good attendance.
• Comply with company policies and contribute to team efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related field.
• APICS certification is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in materials and logistics management in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and related methodologies.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiarity with inventory pull systems and supplier managed inventory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills.
• Technical writing and record-keeping skills.
• Financial analysis skills.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Truck Transportation