The primary focus of a Materials Manager is to manage the flow of materials efficiently and effectively, from procurement to production and distribution ensure the seamless flow of materials through the supply chain. Drive adherence of materials replenishment processes and guidelines through the supply chain to maximize OTD and maximize inventory turns. The most critical part of this position is leadership and implementation of organizational development via the deployment of PFEP through pull replenishment. The individual will be responsible for the development of IMAG and utilizing Vontier Material Systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lean Supply Chain Management:
Implement PFEP pull replenishment systems throughout the entire factory, including setting appropriate objectives and Daily Management to monitor consistency throughout the team.
Establish and maintain the cadence of kanban review for each planner focusing on Kanban and ROP resizing.
Initiate and lead problem-solving/process improvement efforts.
Participate and lead Kaizen events. Oversee & actively participate in the use of “lean manufacturing tools” to support continuous improvement throughout Kaizen efforts.
Inventory Control: Managing inventory levels is a critical aspect of the role. Materials Managers strive to maintain an optimal balance between having enough inventory to meet production requirements and minimizing excess stock to reduce carrying costs.
Production Planning and Scheduling: Collaboration with production managers is essential to align material availability with production schedules. This involves forecasting demand, understanding production timelines, and coordinating with different departments to avoid disruptions.
Risk Management : Anticipating and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain and developing contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies are essential.
Team Leadership : Led a team of planners involved in various aspects of materials management. Effective leadership is crucial for team motivation, coordination, and achieving departmental goals.
Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication with internal departments (such as production, logistics, and finance) and external partners (suppliers and distributors) is essential. Need to ensure that everyone involved in the supply chain is well-informed and aligned.
Continuous Improvement: Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs is an ongoing responsibility. This involves staying updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in materials management.
Background and Skill
College Degree in Supply Chain Management preferred.
Experience in materials planning required.
Minimum of 5 years of materials replenishment experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong and proven track record of continuous improvement preferred.
Functions effectively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
Knowledge of a variety of materials and/or supply chain competencies including but not limited to; demand-pull systems, kanban, inventory control, financial analysis, expediting, lean manufacturing, JIT, MRP, MS Office, safety stock, VMI, not limited to etc.. preferred
Prone to take accountability and risks.
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WHO WE ARE
The world depends on Gilbarco Veeder-Root products to stay moving. We are the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations. We continue to evolve as smart cities, urbanization, electrification of vehicles, and advanced vehicle diagnostics drive the industry forward. Offering the broadest range of innovative, integrated solutions in the industry, Gilbarco Veeder-Root has delivered value, built extraordinary teams, and earned customer trust for more than 150 years. To learn more about us visit: www.gilbarco.com .
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Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting critical mobility and multi-energy technologies and solutions to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe, and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by over 8,500 colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com .
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