We are currently assisting our client, a global Tier 1 Automotive manufacturer, with a Materials Manager search located near Tuscaloosa, AL. The Materials Manager will be responsible for managing and implementing manufacturing materials operations and strategy to ensure the achievement of plant goals. This position will be responsible for demand planning, inventory management, and logistics operations in a Just-In-Time environment. The successful candidate will have extensive experience with sales inventory operations planning, inventory and supply chain management.
Responsibilities:
Manage aspects of supply chain management to include: production planning, master scheduling, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics
Ensure on-time deliveries in a Just-In-Time environment to meet customer requirements
Forecast material needs while maximizing the utilization of the current inventory
Determine the best course of action to improve distribution efficiency
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering
5+ years of industrial materials management
Experience working in a JIT/JIS manufacturing environment
Must have proven operations management or supervisory experience
Additional Information:
All information will be kept strictly confidential
Applications will not be considered without a Resume/Curriculum Vitae which includes contact information