Material Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Overall objective of the Material Manager is to effectively control the flow of materials through site and to integrate

various planning and information systems, to provide accurate information, effective material control and

continuous improvement in performance to meet the objectives and needs of Company and its clients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable

accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable

qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Comply and ensure compliance with safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and regulations.

Coordinate the activities of those group under his/her control, with site and other support groups, to

ensure schedules and material control plans are fully integrated within the project organization. This

includes inventory management and control, supply chain improvement, material planning & the shortand long-term day to day resolution of supply chain issues including resolution of material availability,

transportation, and logistics issues.

Assist in the development of relevant processes and procedures.

Responsible for managing surplus disposal in the most optimized manner.

Work closely with Purchasing, QA and various Engineering Disciplines in procurement activities specifically

relating to defining company's material requirements and in monitoring vendor performance in meeting

these needs. This includes driving materials procurement, tracking and inventory planning through the

plant purchasing group, vendor selection and development, building vendor relationships as required to

assure performance, cost and lead time requirements. Interface with clients as required in areas of

material forecasting, demand planning, and operational planning.

Provide analysis through accounting and inventory control group in areas of inventory accuracy, inventory

levels against targets, On Time and Full Shipping, Minimization of Waste and Scrap, Manufacturing Cost

analysis and budget control.

Maintains the highest safety standards for his/her areas of responsibility and acts as a role model in

supporting the Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards of Company and Clients.

Implement health and safety procedures.

Interview, hire and oversee training of staff.

Perform other duties assigned by manager.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.

Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.

Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.

Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED); Required

- Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree plus relevant experience; preferred

Experience:

- 5+ years of experience in Material Management/Project Management

Computer Skills:

- None specifically required

Certifications & Licenses:

- None specifically required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands Lift/Carry

Stand O

Walk O

Sit C

10 lbs or less F

11-20 lbs O

Manually Manipulate F

Reach Outward O

Reach Above Shoulder O

Climb N

Crawl N

Squat or Kneel O

Bend O

Grasp F

Speak F

21-50 lbs N

51-100 lbs N

Over 100 lbs N

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less O

13-25 lbs N

26-40 lbs N

41-100 lbs N

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while

performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals

with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually

moderate.