Materials Manager

Summary The successful Materials Manager will assist in the management of plant material control functions, including forecasting, production planning, MRO and indirect material purchasing, shipping and receiving, and inventory control.

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

What you'll do

• Work with Supervisors and Estimator to determine products and services needed for the business unit(s).
• Request the minimum number of quotes required per the Purchasing Policy, the quotes will be saved with a copy of the purchase order.
• Make sure all Purchase Orders are entered in GSS as accurately as possible and electronic PO folders have all relevant material in them including vendor quotes, burn-out drawings, and any special instructions.
• Make sure purchase orders contain all relevant information for material type, burnout specifications, machine finishes and drawings attached when needed. After being sent to the vendor, buyer will make sure a copy is sent to Receiving.
• Must consider Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental requirements when purchasing material or services for work in the shop.
• Meet with customers and vendors as required to discuss parts and services needed.
• Work with Estimator when obtaining material and services required for a job won after creating a quote in GSS.
• Work with Shop Supervisors for scheduling and planning of material deliveries to meet customer demand and shop schedules.
• Investigate any discrepancies between Purchasing and Receiving and revise Purchase Orders if required.
• Manage and maintain planning of bill of materials and expedite purchased parts and raw material availability in response to operational plans. Work with Operations and Project Managers to update bill of materials, routers and lot sizes.
• Collaborate with Operations on the plant production scheduling functions and shop floor scheduling. Provide material availability to support on time production and deliveries of customer sales orders to meet plant goals.
• Control plant inventory to optimize turnover and minimize investment. Align with the cycle count program and WIP audits to obtain accurate inventory values while effectively utilizing Global Shop Solutions (GSS) software.
• Monitor safety stock levels and establish order policies to balance inventory availability with low levels of investment. Work with suppliers to establish consignment, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs and Just In Time (JIT) programs to support on time delivery goals.
• Identify local sources of indirect materials, equipment, services or supplies and vet capabilities
• Manage the indirect supplier selection process based on total cost of ownership (i.e. price, quality, support, capacity, reliability, etc.).
• Support, administer and comply with purchasing agreements or contracts with suppliers in support of Regional Purchasing Manager savings goals and requirements.
• Oversee the shipping and receiving function to ensure error-free processing of shipments expeditiously.
• Analyze and identify supply constraints to ensure daily operational support.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management
• APICS Certification (CPIM) preferred but not required
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
• 2+ years in materials management preferred
• Must have a thorough knowledge of ERP planning or purchasing systems
• Must be proficient in analytical problem-solving techniques and possess strong written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and must be able to work with minimal supervision

What we offer

• Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

What we do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.