Materials Manager

Reporting to the head of Supply Chain, the Materials Manager is responsible for all aspects of material flow including negotiating, procuring, planning of materials in support and the production planning schedule for our manufacturing facilities. This position is also responsible for developing and managing supplier relationships, managing, guiding and directing Purchasing and Planning staff, and maintaining the MRP system.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITY

• Develop, implement, and manage sourcing strategies that are aligned with company goals. Including the identification of risk in either supply and/or suppliers and implementation of counter measures to mitigate risk.
• Take initiative and ownership to improve process effectiveness/efficiency by partnering with key stakeholders within the business.
• Design and implement supply chain strategies which will be adaptable to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, and cost r...