Materials Manager Job Opening

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The Materials Manager in Detroit, Michigan will perform purchasing functions and ensure that the facility maintains appropriate stock levels at all times. This person will report directly to the operations manager. The Materials Manager shall also perform production scheduling functions for the facility, ensuring that inventory is kept at appropriate levels and surplus goods are not produced.

* Perform research on suppliers and prices. Select the best supplier for the quality and cost. * Negotiate terms with suppliers in and outside of Detroit, Michigan. * Perform inventory control functions. Perform research to establish minimum levels for materials on site. Ensure that minimum levels are maintained at the Detroit site. * Materials Manager shall regularly perform checks on the inventory. Document and rectify any inaccuracies or incongruences. * Schedule production of goods across lines to manufacture desired goods. Adjust production schedule to the capacity plan periodically for this job. * The Detroit, Michigan Materials Manager will and analyze material inventories throughout the production process, acquire additional materials as necessary. * Partner with appropriate facility personnel to determine the proper level of production to meet customer demand. * Prepare inventory, production, and demand forecasts. * Annually evaluate supplier relationships and negotiate terms to benefit the company. * Assist in operations team meetings, provide ideas and input. Materials manager shall be the * Ensure that inventory levels are accurate at the Detroit, Michigan location. * Ensure that all purchasing and sourcing is done in line with company policies and current initiatives. * Assist in quality audits of suppliers in and out of Detroit, Michigan. * Interface with manufacturing and engineering staff for input on supplier quality. * The Detroit, Michigan Materials Manager will partner with operations staff to reach cost saving goals through purchasing initiatives.

* A four year degree related to business or manufacturing from an accredited institution would be beneficial for this position. * A minimum of five years of materials management or purchasing experience for a manufacturing company. Production scheduling experience preferred. * Excellent communication skills, written and verbally. * Experience in a high volume facility would be preferable. * Proficient in using computers. Familiar with Microsoft office (word, excel, outlook). * Experience in using ERP systems. * Great negotiation skills.