Materials Management Manager

• Supervises multi-functional team of materials control group including shipping, receiving and inspection, inventory control and manages related process and work flow.

• Oversees the implementation of policies and procedures in support of daily operational responsibilities.

• Provides guidance for processes and technical approaches.

• Develops and maintains relationships within operational guidelines with peers, direct reports and internal customers.

Responsibilities:

• Directs the activities of the Material Control Team, oversees the entry of all data to the system; reviews daily, monthly.

• Assigns tasks to staff and inspects work.

• Utilize management reporting to monitor service levels (Cycle-time, OTD, etc.).

• Plan, develop and manage all policies and processes related to inventory control in collaboration with corporate Supply Chain.

• Acts as a resource to user departments related to material control systems.

• Participate in development of overall goals and objectives for the Material Control Team.

• Work in collaboration with purchasing/buying to expedite orders, resolve discrepancies, outsource services and returns to suppliers.

• Perform all personnel management function including hiring, training, orienting and developing.

• Conducts performance appraisals, initiates promotions, counsels' employees and develops team.

• Initiates, develops and maintains strong, solid work relationships and teamwork within the department and throughout the facility.

• Interact with internal customers to provide and process information to promptly respond to inquiries, concerns, and requests on materials needs.

• Responsible for collaboration and exchange of information between Supply Chain and his/her entity and will represent and serve on committees that will enhance the improvement of the delivery of services and products.

• Ensure products are monitored and maintained properly throughout his/her entity, including cycle-counting and annual physical inventory.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field preferred.

• An AS or AA degree plus four (4) years of experience may be substituted for a BA/BS or six (6) years of experience may be substituted for a BA/BS.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Experience in working with ERP system, preferably SAP.

• Must be able to work in a challenging fast paced environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory control functions with responsibility for par levels, purchasing functions, inventory analysis, and usage trends.

• Advanced knowledge of supply chain strategies (e.g., inventory reduction, parts kitting, supplier consolidation, optimum flow, lead-time reduction).

• 3 years of strong relevant people supervisory experience required.

• Experience in aviation supply chain function preferred but not required.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.