Materials Management, Operations Manager

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

• Experience in supply chain management 8-10+ years required

• Experience in leadership role 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, logistics, procurement, inventory management, and demand planning.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, supplier management, and procurement practices.

• Proven track record of driving process improvements, implementing best practices, and achieving measurable results within the supply chain function.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)

• Walking Constantly (67-100%)

• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)

• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)

• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)

• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)

• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

• Talking Constantly (67-100%)

• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities):

• Develop and execute the supply chain strategy aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives.

• Collaborate with executive management to set strategic direction, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive continuous enhancement of the supply chain function.

• Assess and qualify suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost, and other relevant factors.

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers, monitor performance, and drive supplier development initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize purchasing decisions, monitor supplier performance, and manage supplier contracts.

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize inventory levels, minimize stock-outs, and reduce carrying costs.

• Manage transportation, warehousing, and distribution processes to ensure timely and efficient movement of goods.

• Collaborate with logistics partners, carriers, and internal teams to optimize logistics operations, reduce costs, and improve service levels.

• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics and distribution.

• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards