Materials Manager Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: Sr. Planning Manager / Materials Company: Motorola Location: Chicago, IL Description: Sr. Planning Manager / Materials Management - World WideJob ID 89825Location UNITED STATES - IL - SCHAUMBURGJob Category Other Non-technical Positions , ManufacturingPosition Type ExperiencedRelocation Provided NoneEducation Required Bachelors / DegreeExperience Required 10+Basic Qualifications * 15+ years Supply Chain experience* experience in Planning and Operations* Bachelors DegreeDepartment Description The Worldwide Materials Department is part of the Worldwide Supply Chain Operations Group. The department is responsible for "Direct" Material Strategy and Execution. Functions that represent Worldwide Materials Department are:? Purchasing/Local Sourcing? Factory Planning/Scheduling? Inventory? Warehouse? Shipping/ReceivingOur Major Facilities are located in: Schaumburg/Elgin, IL; McAllen, Texas; Reynosa, Mexico; Berlin, Germany; Alsdorf, Germany; Arad, Israel; Penang, MalaysiaScope of Responsibilities/ExpectationsHigh-Paced, High-Profile Role, individual will be responsible for developing and leading the execution of the Materials Management functions (Non-Purchasing) across the EMS BU and will understand and implement best practices in the Materials Management SpaceKey Areas of Focus:+ Factory Planning/Scheduling+ Capacity Planning/Run-Rate/Rolling 13wk process+ Material Flow -- JIT, VMI, Material Movement inside our 4-Walls+ Inventory/Warehouse/Shipping/Receiving/LogisticsSpecific Knowledge/Skills. Minimum of Bachelors Degree (Supply Chain Management/Industrial Engineering). CPM and/or APICS Certification Preferred. 15+ years of demonstrated Supply Chain Management experience (Purchasing, Sourcing, Planning, Inventory, Warehouse, Logistics, Shipping and Receiving);. Strong Planning and Operations background required. 50% International Travel required. Proven results in transforming the materials management function from a Traditional function to a function capable of supporting a Lean Environment. Solid understanding in Lean Practices & Principles in Materials Management Functions. Knowledge in Oracle, R12 Lean Module implementation is a plus. International work experience a plus. In-Depth knowledge and proven results on implementing Capacity Planning/Run-Rates, JIT, VMI, Material Flow optimization. In-depth knowledge of E2E Supply Chain. Experience in managing multi million dollar budgets. Experienced Global Leader with a proven track record. Ability to work with Senior Level Management both internally and externally. Strong Negotiation, Communication and Organization skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to manage multiple activities at that same time. Relationship Builder, Strong Customer Service Focus, Change Agent. Ability to recognize challenge areas, develop the strategies to overcome the challenge and execute against the strategy for positive results. Strong Execution Focus. Excellent Follow-Through on actions

Job Title: Mgr - Material Team Company: Plexus Corp. Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Description: Experience the difference Plexus has to offer! With over 30 years of experience, Plexus Corp. provides comprehensive product development and manufacturing services to Fortune 500 companies throughout the world. Within our diverse industry base, customers such as GE, Johnson & Johnson, Honeywell, Siemens, and Juniper Networks experience the Plexus value added approach. They turn to us for product design, state-of-the-art prototyping, test solutions, board-level manufacturing and higher-level assembly. Through these services, our employees are given the opportunity to learn new skills, use the latest technology and most importantly, turn ideas into reality. Did you know? Plexus Corp’s Buffalo Grove, Illinois facility is recognized as one of Chicago’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in 2008 and 2009.Job OverviewThe Mgr – Material Team (MTM) is the customer liaison for a focus factory, representing both the Strategic and Tactical Materials Organization. All customer related material requirements are communicated by the MTM. These requirements are fulfilled by the Materials organization through the design of models and processes in the strategic group and by implementation and execution of the models and processes within the tactical group. Additionally, the MTM will be responsible for managing and directing procurement and demand planning functions in support of the customer’s requirements.Responsibilities1). Comply with materials clauses in the customer’s contract. (i.e. DOU, PSA, MSA, etc). a). Responsible for ensuring that demand loading and the transitioning, and purchasing of materials is in adherence to this document and Plexus Policy.2). Initiate, evaluate and monitor suggested corporate supply chain solutions in order to optimize procurement and deployment techniques. Maintain optimal inventory levels that support customer OTD goals and meet corporate goals.3). Act as a customer liaison for material issues to ensure effective resolutions.4). Manage and provide oversight and direction to the Purchasing Leader to ensure the procurement team is performing effectively.5). Review and approve purchase orders at appropriate signature level.6). Manage and provide oversight and direction to the Demand Analyst position ensuring the coordination and development of a master production schedule that optimizes customer satisfaction, days of inventory, and supports the site revenue plan.7). Timely execution of obsolete and excess mitigation in accordance with the corporate process and customer contract. Aggressively pursue reductions by driving disposition with Purchasing, Finance, Program Manager and the Customer.8). Lead the execution of effective materials transitions. 9). Coordinate and drive cost reduction activities to meet customer and site goals. Participate in Re-pricing activities. a). Ensure that cost (Plexus expected cost (EC) and price (Plexus quoted cost (QC) are established for any requote efforts. i). Understanding of Customer Commodity Expertise. ii). Current Market Condition Expertise.10). Participate in existing customer new product quote reviews.11). Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews with customers with respect to materials issues. 12). Understand customer P & L’s, accountable for impact of Parts Contribution, Materials Labor Cost, Inventory Levels, Obsolescence and Freight on corporate financial performance. Take an active role in monthly/quarterly site revenue and margin objectives.13). Develop/enforce metrics to monitor direct reports performance.14). Coordinate with Site Materials Manager/Global Materials Manager to resolve customer materials issues.15). Communicate customer updates changes, etc. to direct reports and schedule one-on-one meetings to encourage communication and development.16). Perform annual performance evaluations and participate in goal setting for all direct reports.17). Prepare reports as designated by manager.18). Ensure compliance to the corporate SOP’s and work instructions.19). Occasional travel may be required to meet the needs of the business.20). Additional duties as assigned by management.Qualifications• A minimum of 5-7 years of related experience is required for this position.• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field is preferred.• Understanding of supply chain models and lean manufacturing practices is beneficial.• Certification in production inventory control management (APICS) and/or purchasing (NAPM) is beneficial.• Advanced Decision making and Problem Solving skills.• Must be assertive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.• Must possess excellent oral and written communication, organizational and troubleshooting skills. • Must demonstrate management skills as defined by company leadership development.• Must be able to problem solve, prioritize and have the ability to multitask.• A working knowledge of MRP systems is required.• Experience with Microsoft office is beneficial.How to ApplyExperience the difference!To learn more about Plexus and other opportunities visit www.plexus.com today.To apply for this position click here: Apply for this JobAll offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement. Effective January 1, 2010 all Plexus U.S. locations are tobacco free.Plexus Corp. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Learn More About Plexus   |    View All Plexus Opportunities   |    Forward To A Friend

Job Title: Materials Manager Company: Company Confidential Location: Chicago, IL Description: Normal 0 /* Font Definitions */ Register to View -face Register to View -face /* Style Definitions */p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal h1 a:link, span.MsoHyperlink a:visited, span.MsoHyperlinkFollowed Register to View Section1 div.Section1 -->Growingmajor component manufacturer located in the Chicagoland area is seeking aMaterials Manager to direct the company’s Planning, Purchasing, and InventoryDepartments.  The Materials Manager willbe reporting to senior management.  Responsibilities of thisposition include:   •Asa member of the management team, helps to set and review company strategicobjectives and targets• Owns and drives the materials management processes• Develop and implement fundamental Materials Management & Logistics processes& strategies.?• Drive inventory and materials cost reductions through Materials Managementexcellence.?• Ensure the purchase, receipt and storage of quality raw materials, in therequired quantities, on a timely basis in order to support manufacturing's andcustomer service requirements• Oversee scheduling of final production lines • Ensure that appropriate leadership, resources and skills are in place tofacilitate completion of the Supplier Engagement projects• Drive improvements to the Materials processes using lean methodology• Provide the Materials team with effective leadership, guidance, coaching,communication and development• Align goals of team consistent with the rest of the organization.• Monitor and evaluate goals; driving for standardized effective solutions toexisting problems.?• Create a work environment conducive to employee moral and motivation toaccomplish performance objectives through effective change management.?• Drive knowledge and best practices sharing on the production floor at alllevels.? • Establishes a materials management/?supply chain strategy to optimize valueadded processes• Formulates and installs standard best practices• Audit departmental standardized work to ensure adherence to standardprocesses and procedures.?• Follow the established leadership standardized work •Develop and Review metrics daily to drive a sense of urgency on the floor• Respond as required to abnormalities• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for fast response• Participate in daily communication meetings • Support and driving quality into all process • Drives a continuous improvement culture by instilling Plan, Do, Check, Actmethodology  BasicQualifications: •Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related disciplinerequired• APICS or CPM Certification is required• 5-10 years purchasing management experience with extensive knowledge of bestpractices in supply chain •Experience in a Manufacturing environment preferred •Results driven and energetic •Experience in fostering teamwork and diversity• Consistently meet commitments to business and to others• Commitment to achieve key performance metrics and drive for continuousimprovement• Encourages excellence in others through being a positive influence in thedevelopment of others• Customer focus, meets expectations, internally and externally, formspartnerships• Strong communication skills providing timely and concise information toothers• Demonstrates the ability to identify and develop high talent people• Takes action based by applying intuition, experience and judgment to the dataavailable• Strong knowledge of lean, six sigma tools and problem solving methodology• Experience working in a ISO 9000 environment *** This position does not offer relocation*** Asan Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.?We offer a competitivesalary, benefits, and opportunity for growth in a dynamic industry. Pleaseforward resumes with salary requirements to: Register to View .