Materials Manager

The purpose for the materials manager is to ensure that strategic material planning processes are in place to enable operational and production continuity. Takes a co-ordinating lead, working closely with internal and external parties to ensure supply of materials is in place to satisfy production requirements. Able to deliver efficient, effective and flexible solutions to meet production requirements. Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice MP&L vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.

 

Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and develop the Materials Team
• Develop skills matrices and training and development plans to provide flexibility and growth within the team
• Provide daily/monthly KPI’s to demonstrate process control and compliance
• Ensure MRP output is actioned real time
• Lead bi-annual full PI counts
• Ensure that minimum levels are set to meet forecast demand, satisfy OTIF and achieve desired service level agreements, whilst considering cost
• Take ownership of material planning issues that arise, including over or under delivery and take any follow up actions especially in the event of material shortages that affect production.
• Manage inventory risk and ensure that contingency plans are in place.
• Seek and recommend solutions to overcome issues arising in order to meet production requirements and address operational risks.
• Assist NPI process to ensure successful launch to enable growth of business
• Design, develop and implement flexible solutions to aid business efficiency, drive process improvements and add value.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilization & Development of Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) ensuring data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required.
• Investigate and implement system enhancement initiatives.
• Ensure integrity of data is maintained in Inventory Masters
• Develop inventory control strategies for manufacturing and 3PL providers
• Lead on PFEP, performing regular obsolescence reviews and enable a robust run out process to ensuring minimal waste.

 

Experience:

• Significant experience of working in a material planning role and managing the smooth supply of materials in line with production requirements and budget.
• Proven people management skill set.
• Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.
• Good working knowledge and experience of using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems or similar.
• Experience of delivering results through cross-functional working.
• Knowledge of lean techniques may be advantageous.

 

Desired Qualifications:

• CSCP Qualification.

 

Competencies:

Management /Leadership skills:

• Proven skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development.

Communication:

• Highly skilled communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally.

Teamwork:

• Ability to work well as part of a team. Friendly, approachable and cooperative.

Flexibility:

• Responds effectively to changing circumstances. Adjusts tasks and priorities when required.

Customer Service:

• Good understanding of customer deliverables and the need for strong quality. Ability to work to essential quality and priority standards.

Organisation:

• Ability to plan and organise work. Ability to work on own initiative, with minimum supervision.

Health & Safety:

• Understanding of health and safety requirements.

Working for one of the leading manufacturing companies in the country, this is a great opportunity to drive positive change and make a significant contribution across the business. In return, you will receive a rewarding and competitive remuneration package, and be based in our Edinburgh office, in the heart of Scotland.

• 33 days annual leave (includes public holidays), with the opportunity to purchase additional days.
• Flexi hours – with a 3’oclock finish on a Friday!
• Healthcare cash plan.
• On-site parking.
• Bike to Work scheme
• Staff discount.

 

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