Advanced Materials Manager leading product launch strategies and material optimization at FTI. Collaborating with teams to improve handling, control, and logistics operations.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of direct reports in developing, planning, and executing processes and strategies to support successful new product launches across the enterprise.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, develop, and implement improved methods of material handling, material presentation, and inventory control.
Forecast and strategically plan for future material management requirements including warehousing, equipment, and human resources, to effectively manage growth and demand fluctuations while maintaining optimal performance.
Identify opportunities to collaborate with supply chain partners to optimize buy quantities, enhance packaging, improve logistics efficiency, and strengthen inventory control parameters.
Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing safer, more efficient methods and practices across enterprise operations.
Lead the discovery, vetting, and adoption of new technologies, such as advanced warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools, automation solutions, and improved material handling and inventory control technologies to improve efficiency, visibility, and data-driven decision-making within logistics operations.
Develop long-term strategies for reducing materials management related costs, such as optimizing inventory levels, improving transportation efficiency, and leveraging economies of scale. This involves balancing cost-saving initiatives with maintaining high service levels.
Establish standardized procedures and best practices across materials management functions to ensure consistency, quality, and continuous improvement. This can include creating performance benchmarks and implementing industry standards.
Lead project management efforts to track upcoming business needs, monitor ongoing projects, manage implementation schedules, and ensure budget compliance.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a related field.
5-7 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or materials management.
2-3 years in experience in a leadership or managerial position overseeing teams and managing projects.
Deep understanding of lean materials management.
Demonstrated experience implementing material flow techniques that deliver improved material handling efficiencies.
Strong background in developing and implementing inventory control standards that improve inventory accuracy and increase inventory turnover.
Advanced knowledge and experience utilizing and optimizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Proven experience in identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing safer, more efficient practices across operations.
Strong leadership skills with experience in managing, mentoring, and developing teams.
Ability to inspire and drive performance and lead through influence.
Experience utilizing CBA - Choosing By Advantages decision making methodology.
Travel: Up to 25% depending on business needs.
Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Benefits
Industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families
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