The Materials Manager will be responsible for handling the buyers/planners, trade compliance, receiving and ensuring that the procurement process runs smoothly. You will be responsible for the entire materials management process, working closely with manufacturing, warehouse teams and other Emerson supply plants globally. Lead daily production plans by ensuring vital material is available to meet demand and by using plant capacity to support customer requirements. Drive strong service levels by forecasting and planning material levels and meeting inventory targets, while improving days on hand. Responsibilities for developing strong supplier relationships, sourcing, quoting and providing support for corporate initiatives. Works through product life cycles, inventory policies, supply chain initiatives and maintains trade compliance programs. Collaborate with management regarding the monthly sales & operations planning meetings with North America.

　　IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

　　Lead the materials team in Canada that include buyers, planners, trade compliance analyst, receiver and coordinators located in Brantford, ON and resources in Manila, Philippines.

　　Develop, coach, cross-train and empower teams to ensure the highest level of flexible capabilities that support a high mix, low volume manufacturing facility.

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast & plan demand, purchase material, receive product, plan production, lead inventory levels and optimize a global supply chain efficiency.

　　Plan and implement procurement activities, including purchasing raw materials, components and finished goods from suppliers.

　　Develop and implement procurement strategies that ensure the timely delivery of materials while minimizing inventory levels and costs.

　　Ensure trade compliance with company policies and procedures, supporting relevant government laws and regulations.

　　Handle issues relating to the proper legal interpretation of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Country of Origin designations, and Customs Valuations.

　　Evaluating and supervising contracts to ensure suppliers and vendors are staying in sync with Emerson terms and conditions.

　　Provide schedules and measure performance to achieve optimal production throughput while meeting all safety, quality, environment standards and customer expectations.

　　Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the materials management function and realize improvements to important metrics.

　　Analyze data and provide reports to senior management on key performance indicators and supply chain metrics.

　　Handle past dues, open orders and upcoming orders to prioritize, plan and schedule production.

　　Ensure that day-to-day manufacturing assembly is achieved according to schedules.

　　Ensure Machine Shop runs at its optimal output each day and schedules are achieved.

　　Responsible for sourcing new parts for custom builds, engineering changes and new product launches.

　　Establishes inventory objectives and optimal inventory targets that support manufacturing efficiencies and ongoing product life cycles while handling the disposition of obsolete and excess inventory.

　　Handle and implement annual e-count program while supporting daily cycle count program.

　　Handle supplies, tooling, and equipment requirements in collaboration with Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering.

　　Work closely with Union members to ensure continued alignments with all employees.

　　Facilitate and lead departmental daily/monthly communications.

　　WHO YOU ARE: You create and implement plans that allocate resources precisely. You are open to change and continue to learn and experience new opportunities. You keep in touch with customers and build customer relationships. You convert ideas into actions and produce results with new initiatives. You separate and combine tasks into efficient and simple workflows. You establish clear responsibilities and processes supervising and monitoring work and measuring results. You solicit both input and discussion. You create a plan and outline for various audiences. You prepare content for communication that is impactful. You align words and actions to model reliability. You design feedback loops into work. You partner with others to get work done. You credit others for their contributions and accomplishments. You gain trust and support of others. You maintain confidentiality. You put the team and organization first.

　　FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

　　Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Supply Chain Management.

　　5+ years’ experience in purchasing/supply chain experience with emphasis on international suppliers and pull-based systems.

　　2+ years of management experience.

　　Motivated to work efficiently without direct supervision.

　　Leadership skills and the ability to coach, develop, empower and inspire others.

　　Knowledge and in-depth understanding of inventory control, purchasing, distribution, logistics, transportation and material planning systems and principles.

　　Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with suppliers.

　　Knowledge of supply chain best practices and procurement standards.

　　Strong working experience with Trade Compliance and local regulations.

　　Able to use analytics and data to make educated and informed decisions.

　　Confirmed understanding of Microsoft Office Programs and ERP Systems.

　　Shown ability to work effectively across multiple functional teams like Sales and Customer Service

　　Passionate about safety and promote a culture where safety comes first.

　　Strong communication, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

　　Professional certification in APICS, CPIM, Lean, Six Sigma

　　Demonstrated comfort in dealing with senior levels in internal and external organizations.

　　Strong project management, continuous improvement mentality and team leadership skills with the ability to develop support for change with all levels of internal and external organizations.

　　Knowledge with BaaN Systems and Oracle is an asset.

　　We are committed to well-adapted decision making and data plays a big part in this role, which requires comfort with Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel and Power BI.

　　OUR OFFER TO YOU:

　　Flexible Work Schedule - Remote Work Option:

　　This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and efficiency as we serve the needs of our customers.

　　We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Employee Assistance Program, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

　　At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

　　The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

　　Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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　　WHY EMERSON

　　Our Commitment to Our People

　　At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

　　We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

　　At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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　　Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

　　With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

　　We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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