Materials Manager

Job Number: 59030
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Division: Autosystems America, Inc.
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: PLYMOUTH
Group Description
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Role Summary
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of inventory from raw/purchased state through the production process to Customer shipments
• The Materials Manager will take ownership for all aspects of material management including fulfillment, transactional quality, inventory accuracy, and productivity
• The Manager will also be involved in long-term planning with focus on overall strategy and accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives.
• Oversee all aspect of Production Scheduling, Inventory Control, Shipping and receiving
• Maintain high standards of quality, consistency and integrity in all transactions
• Manage all aspects of manufacturing inventory, implementing necessary upgrades, and a responsibility to evaluate annual budgets
• Responsible for inventory, operational targets including the month end and quarter close processes for inventories at multiple sites
• Manage direct reports, including scheduling, assessments and promotional development
• Meet customer schedules effectively through advanced planning and create ability to expedite shipments as required to meet customer deadlines
• Develop reliable relationships with the customers and their employees
• Maintain the highest level of integrity and ethics in all dealings with internal customers and outside suppliers
• Work with customers externally to identify new opportunities to improve our current processes
• Co-ordinate the efficient utilization of the manufacturing computer system (Trans4M) and improve the accuracy of the information
• Develop and implement cost savings ideas

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, materials management or operations position)
• A CPP or APICS designation would be an asset
• Experience of working in manufacturing facility
• Courses in Inventory mgmt
• Trans4M experience preferred
• Familiar with MRP
• 4-6 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing / production environment
• Must have purchasing and material management experience

Additional Information
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