Materials Manager Jobs in North Carolina

Job Title: Production and Materials Planner (1775) Company: Elkay Location: Lumberton, NC Description: 1775 Job Description Our employees are our most important asset. From our simple beginnings on Chicago's north side nearly a century ago to our present position as a premier manufacturer and supplier of complete kitchen products, Elkay is focused on designing products and adapting our businesses to serve the changing needs of our customers. We are a family of companies that employ over 3,000 people in production and distribution facilities throughout North America and select international markets. The Plumbing Products Division is best known for our residential stainless steel sinks but has expanded to include the manufacture of faucets, water coolers and fountains to meet the demands of a changing marketplace. The Elkay Cabinet Division has made a significant impact in the cabinetry marketplace and has grown to be the fourth largest cabinetry manufacturer in the US, designing and manufacturing fine quality, stylish, custom, and stock cabinetry with unique options and styles. In the fall of 2008, Elkay created the Decorative Surfaces Division with the acquisition of Badolato Granite in White Marsh, Maryland, and Chesapeake Stoneworks, Inc. in Richmond, Virginia. The ability to sell stone and quartz countertops along with Elkay cabinetry and plumbing products is a valued extension to beautifying the home and enhancing kitchen functionality Tha Production and Materials Planner will plans and prepare line schedules for the production of product for Lumberton, NC facility. Plans, coordinates and expedites the flow of materials through production. Work with Master Scheduler to review forecast plans for new and existing products based on customer demand. Coordinates and plans engineering changes and build schedules with internal and external suppliers such that inventory levels are sufficient. Monitor and manage excess and obsolete inventory levels. Controls inventory replenishment process, works with suppliers on inventory levels, shipments, WIP, etc. Estimates and sets up lead times, safety stock parameters and re-order points. Collaboration with Quality, Purchasing, Engineering and Manufacturing teams on product changes.   Required Skills Required experience with ERP or MRP systems as well as spreadsheets such as Excel, etc. Requires strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills. Experience with PeopleSoft software preferred. APICS certification or working toward certification a plus. Self-directed and able to work successfully in both team and individual environments. Strong organizational, written and verbal skills as well as ability to communicate with all levels of organization in a clear, concise and professional manner. Required Experience 3 - 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment preferable with experience in forecasting material requirements planning, inventory management as well as dynamics of supply chain management. Prefer Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Management, etc. Job Location Lumberton, NC, US. Position Type Consulting

Job Title: Materials Manager Company: Elster Location: Raleigh, NC Description: Materials Manager About Elster  Elster is a world leader in advanced metering infrastructure (SmartMetering) and integrated solutions for the gas, electricity and water industries. Elster's technology and services are delivering promising solutions that are needed to achieve a smart electricity grid (SmartGrid).  The SmartGrid initiative includes the delivery of home automation equipment to millions of homes across the USA to help homeowners become smarter energy consumers.   SmartGrid and SmartMetering companies are experiencing unprecedented growth due to the market demand for their solutions to help conserve energy and natural resources and reduce carbon emissions and pollutants.   Come to Elster and find yourself working on the some of the most exciting solutions to some of the most pressing problems in our economy today. Responsibilities/Duties  Assist in driving operations planning, procurement, and inventory management functions in order to meet the business objectives of the company.Lead efforts to improve on-time delivery, cost reduction and quality of all purchased materials and services.Develop, implement and drive company improvements through purchasing business practices to assure best value procurement.Manage all aspects of production control, procurement, & inventory control in a manufacturing facility with a "hands-on" approach.Assist in the development, implementation and management of demand planning, scheduling and production control systems that support the manufacturing process.Ensure timely purchase orders are placed and sufficient safety stock levels are maintained to meet and exceed supply chain serviceability objectives while minimizing inventory.Facilitate the on-time delivery of materials by expediting shipments from suppliers as necessary and following up deliveries and/or vendor back orders.Negotiate vendor agreements that minimize inventory exposure while assuring on time delivery.Manage contract manufacturers.Manage existing contracts with suppliers and develop new contracts.Manage suppliers cost, quality, and delivery performance to optimize their performance. Qualifications 12-15 years of experience working in Supply Chain or related operations in a manufacturing environment.   Strong preference for experience in PCBA manufacturing.Minimum of 5 years management experience in a senior level procurement and/or Supply Chain management capacity.Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related degreeStrong ERP/MRP systems experience  -  Strong preference for SAP Experience S&OP experience is strongly preferredDemonstrated leadership skills that improved an organizations Supply Chain performanceExperience in successfully managing contract manufacturesExperience in structuring commercial contractsCPIM, CSCP, or CPSM, certification   Skills Excellent leadership skills that instill high performance, accountability, & disciplineExcellent communication skills - oral and writtenProcess oriented with strong analytical skills and creative problem solving capabilitiesDemonstrated skills in building strong cross-functional relationshipsFull proficiency in MS Office tools, ERP/MRP, & Procurement Systems    If you meet the qualifications listed above, please apply using the following link:   http://elster.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=apply&jobOrderID=170562  Elster and its companies are equal opportunity employers.

Job Title: Materials Planner Company: NACCO - Materials Handling Grp Location: Greenville, NC Description: Put a LIFT in Your Career!  NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc., a world-class manufacturer of Hyster® and Yale industrial lift trucks and a subsidiary of NACCO Industries, is currently seeking a Materials Planner in Greenville, NC.   This position resides in our Supply Chain department and is charged with using technology both strategically and tactically to develop world class material plans to support our production facilities. Key Responsibilities:Material PlanningInventory ManagementSupport new product launchesSupplier performance management Must Have Successfully Demonstrated the Following Characteristics:Strong communication, project management and analytical skills Ability to multitask in fast paced, high stress environmentProcess driven and team oriented Customer service focusedSelf motivated and directedSRM and PRMS experience preferred Minimum Qualifications:    ·        Bachelor’s degree ·         3-5 years practical experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Operations·         APICs certification preferred·         Strong Excel skills·        Excellent written and oral communication skills  Please e-mail your resume with cover letter and salary history to:  Register to View  We are an affirmative action employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k), and profit sharing.  Qualified minorities and females are encouraged to apply.  EEO/AAP/ADA Employer.  www.nmhg.com

Job Title: Material Planner Company: Moen Location: New Bern, NC Description: Summary: Develop and manage material replenishment plans to support company objectives for cost, service and inventory Supply Chain Analysis: · Develop and implement safety stock and lot sizing models to minimize inventory while maximizing customer service levels. · Develop and implement processes to minimize excess and obsolete inventory. · Uncover and resolve root causes of plant service issues. · Assist in the preparation of the Weekly Service Report. Present report to New Bern Plant and North Olmsted Operations Staff. · Assist in the preparation for the Weekly Supplier Issues Meeting. · Drive the continuous improvement of interdepartmental and intradepartmental Material Planning and Supplier Management processes. · Participate in the specification of material lot sizes and material packaging. · Actively and aggressively pursue cost reductions, inventory reductions, and increased service year over year · Use SPC charts to identify and respond to deviations in process performance Material Planning: · Manage replenishment plan to meet corporate objectives. Review and adjust material plan regularly to reflect changes in system parameters. · Support new products, productivity projects, and other product changes to smoothly transition to the new product and minimize obsolete material. Work with project teams as necessary to execute the planned transition on time. · Manage Planning Time Fences to ensure the integrity of the production schedule and be responsive to demand changes · Identify and respond to input spikes or ongoing demand increases/decreases Supplier Management: · Manage vendor execution to ensure high availability of components. · Expedite supplier delivery commitments to support production requirements · Manage CPFR process with designated supply base Job Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS: · Required: Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Math, Statistics, or related field. · Preferred: One to two years’ experience in Demand Planning, Material Planning or Master Scheduling. Demonstrated knowledge of Supply Chain Management from supplier through final assembly. · Ability to read, analyze, interpret and apply material from general business periodicals, professional journals, textbooks, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and, to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and suppliers. · Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as calculus, probability and statistics as they relate to the management of capacity, inventories and other supply chain problems. · Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. · To perform this job successfully, an individual must be skilled in the use of MS Excel; MS Access and SAP experience preferred. · APICS preferred · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Title: MATERIALS PLANNER II Company: Tyco Electronics Location: Greensboro, NC Description: Consider a Career at Tyco Electronics: Tyco Electronics is an industry leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by innovation and collaboration. Our emphasis on forward thinking has attracted the brightest industry minds, allowing them to thrive and create breakthrough solutions that deliver a competitive advantage to our customers.Today, we are a US$10.3 billion global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions, specialty products and undersea telecommunications. We design, manufacture and market products for customers in a broad array of industries including automotive, data communication systems and consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense and marine, medical, energy and lighting.Our approximately 75,000 dedicated employees around the globe remain steadfast in their commitment to serving our customers in more than 150 countries.More information on Tyco Electronics can be found at http://www.tycoelectronics.com/. (*Includes revenue from the company's former Wireless Systems segment, which will be reported as a discontinued operation beginning in the fiscal third quarter of 2009.Come turn our opportunities into your advantage at Tyco Electronics. Tyco Electronics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Overview: Materials Planner II for Network Enterprise Operation responsible for overall planning and control of materials and processes to effectively utilize resources and inventories to meet team and customer service requirements.  Production and materials planning for a portion of the Fiber Product Lines.  Will work closely with overseas suppliers, our plants in Mexico, and will work to streamline supply chain for all fiber products.  Responsibilities & Qualifications: Responsible for production and materials planning for a portion of the fiber product lines.  Candidate will be responsible for overall planning and control of materials and processes to effectively utilize resources and inventories to meet team and customer service requirements.  Tasks other than production planning include working closely with overseas suppliers, working with our plants in Mexico, and working to streamline the supply chain for all fiber products.  This position requires an individual who is very organized, highly motivated, has a strong work ethic, is a self starter, and can work with minimum supervision and direction.  Requires 3-6 years experience in Production and Inventory Control.  A 4-year degree in Business or Logistics is preferred.  Must have strong communication and inter-personal skills.  MRP experience is required.  Must have the ability to handle stress and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.  CPIM a plus.

Job Title: Materials Manager Company: Career Concepts Location: Charlotte, NC Description: About the JobMy client is located in a South Carolina suburb of Charlotte, NC and is a large multi-divisional Company a plant in this area. This Material Manager will be responsible for the direction and success of all supply chain activities. Supply Chain is defined as the sequence of activities and organizations involved in the flow of resources into and out of the facility. These activities include the following groups: Purchasing, Production/Inventory Control and traffic.The position reports to the Plant Manager and indirectly to the Divisional Material Manager.Education and ExperienceBachelors degree.At least five years experience in Materials Management and/or Supply Chain Management with a strong Purchasing background.APICS certification in CPIM or CSCM preferred. SkillsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Manufacturing (MPR) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.