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Materials Manager
- Job Title
- Materials Manager
- Job ID
- 27740009
- Location
- Blair, NE,
- Other Location
- Description
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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.
ABOUT THE POSITION
This critical position is responsible for overseeing the planning and coordination of Astec’s inventory and materials department in one of Astec’s manufacturing sites in North America. This position will work closely with internal operations customers and requires an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. To excel in this role, a materials manager must have in-depth knowledge of supply chain, budgeting processes and must be a change agent. Ultimately ensures all departments have adequate access to the materials that are needed to execute the master schedule. Executes the organization's overall supply chain vision, policies, objectives, and initiatives. Oversees the organization's inventory, warehousing, and transportation functions. Actively participates in, as well as directs and coordinates, the activities of personnel engaged in the distribution of raw materials and some finished goods in the organization. Ensures compliance with all applicable requirements and specifications in accordance with company policies, principles, and procedures by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.
Key Activities & Responsibilities- Drive operational excellence in supply chain capabilities through execution of the 5-year strategic roadmap.
- Ensure alignment with vision of company business and growth strategies and effective execution of agreed Global category strategies
- Recommend and implement solutions to existing materials movement processes to reduce waste and increase quality and efficiency
- Coordinate the implementation of best-in-class materials management processes, coaching, mentoring, and training local Teams to achieve highest standards of operational efficiency
- Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements.
- Supervise, evaluate and coach staff members
- Interface with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments
- Oversee the material control, storage, transportation, and delivery of all company raw materials, purchased items and internally fabricated products.
- Facilitates, Manages and Oversees the cycle counting program insuring “absolute” and “net” accuracy of inventory are within company targets of >98%
- Locates discrepancies and determines reason for inventory differences and makes any necessary adjustments in system accordingly.
- Validates inventory discrepancies, researches, and identifies root causes to formulate recommendations in the form of process enhancements to improve inventory accuracy.
- Works with other personnel and auditors, as required, to correct inventory issues throughout the year.
- Track key metrics and measure to gauge the success of the function
- Responsible for leading a team to place orders within lead time, expedite if necessary to meet on time delivery expectations minimizing disruption to manufacturing
- Assimilate, report, and speak regularly to management and others about shortages and process improvements
- Work closely with the Operational Leads (Tactical Buyer) and Material Planning organization to ensure alignment and effective execution of the master schedule
To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:- BS or BA degree required, and Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) preferred in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
- ASCM or APICS certification as CSCP, CPIM, CLTD, ISM certification, desired
- 5+ years’ progressive experience in Materials Management, preferably for large global/multinational, process driven companies, building and optimizing programs across diverse teams and cultures
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Ability to work within a global matrix organization
- Manufacturing operations experience preferred
- Oracle ERP use, and expertise preferred
Supervisor and Leadership Expectations
Directly manages 5-10 direct reports ranging from cycle counters, material coordinators and buyer/planners.
