Materials Management Manager

Summary: Directs and oversees an organization's material management policies, objectives, and initiatives, Responsible for production control, cycle counting, shipping, receiving, and inventory levels. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.   Job Functions: Material Planning will support the continued development, deployment, and execution of the company’s Lean Production System This role will develop and drive the implementation of the lean road map for materials planning to support the reduction of lead time, reduction of inventory dollars, warehousing of inventory, and increase throughput. The position will collaborate with the operations team at the sites to drive the implementation of Pull & Flow using LEAN principles Define and create PFEP practices across all sites Design MRP order controls and base configuration to support enterprise-wide ERP improvement Assess overall materials performance, diagnose bottlenecks, and implement solutions to enable continuous flow Analyze industry standards with regards to Materials planning and flow management to make appropriate changes to improve operations Collaborate with and coach Materials professionals; evolve & adapt organizational structures as needed to maintain cadence with the business Interview and hire staff, and oversee staff training Manage Cycle Counting Program and/or physical inventory Member of Syteline Projects Team Assure material availability and inventory targets are achieved Develop and implement strategies for the procurement of materials and supplies Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock without overstocking Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in material handling Maintain accurate records of inventory Lead and mentor Material Flow Supervisor and warehouse staff   Specifications Required: Ability to demonstrate professional communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to adopt continuous improvement and maintain focus on the customer Ability to analyze information, communicate effectively and evaluate results to choose the best solution Knowledge of “Lean Material Flow” practices and ISO/TS requirements Ability to establish priorities and multitask effectively Ability to delegate with regard to responsibility, authority and accountability The ability to maintain emotional balance and self-control to face various situations confidently and successfully Ability to engage employees at all levels. Lead department to live the creed and be the best people they can be. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in field or similar area required 10 years of experience in field or similar field preferred   Disclaimer Please note whether you can perform the functions of this job with or without accommodations. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.     Personal Protective Equipment Required (when on the factory floor): Eye protection (ANSI approved safety glasses) Steel-toe shoes Hearing (ear) protection (occasionally)   Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell and use hands to touch, handle, or feel The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Travel - 0-15% typical Job duties must be performed onsite.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Dayton-Phoenix Group, Inc. (DPG) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, DPG complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.