What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Manager position at MRL Equipment Company?
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective materials management strategies to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
- Oversee production planning activities to ensure timely availability of materials for manufacturing operations.
- Manage inventory control processes, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of stock levels.
- Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate contracts and ensure quality standards are met.
- Coordinate with warehouse operations to streamline material handling and storage practices.
- Analyze supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Lead cross-functional teams in initiatives aimed at enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate Inventory with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
- Supervise the work of Inventory Shipping & Receiving Coordinators, Planners, Inventory Expeditors.
- Create policies or procedures for Inventory activities.
- Direct Inventory operation to ensure achievement of cost, productivity, accuracy, or timeliness objectives.
- Resolve problems concerning shipping, Inventory systems, or customer issues.
- Analyze all aspects of the MRL Inventory to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of supplying products or supplies.
- Analyze the financial impact of proposed Inventory changes, such as stocking levels, product volumes or mixes, etc.
- Direct inbound or outbound Inventory operations, such as transportation or warehouse activities, safety performance, or Inventory quality management.
- Establish or monitor specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems.
- Plan or implement improvements to internal or external Inventory systems or processes.
- Develop specific stocking level & parts objectives with an emphasis on cost reduction, quality improvement, technology development, on time delivery, inventory reduction, lead-time reduction, and customer focus necessary to support the MRL business plan.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area complying with all 5S initiatives.
- Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as assigned.
- Follow and comply with all safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
Education and Work Experience:
- Proven experience in materials management or a related field, with a strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
- Proficiency in production planning, inventory management, and MRP systems.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
- 5 years verifiable work experience working as Senior Management
- Strong ERP skills, JDE and/or GP experience preferred.
- Ability to understand blueprints.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
About Us
MRL manufactures quality built highly productive Traffic Paint, Thermoplastic, Plural Component and Line Removal/Pavement Grooving equipment. Since 1967, MRL’s extensive “hands-on” pavement marking contracting experience, innovative engineering and attention to quality has enabled MRL to become the largest equipment supplier to the Industry. Decades of MRL’s reliable performance setting Industry Standards coupled with the Industry’s largest parts support inventory and most experienced technical support staff can be summed up in one statement – “When It matters most – MRL Delivers”!
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.
Experience
Required- 5 year(s): Computer Skills: Strong Microsoft Office skills. ERP systems SQL reporting
- 5 year(s): Experience with a Warehouse Management System.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
