Material Manager Job Description

Material Manager Job Description

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Material manager provides construction Project Management for the successful planning, design, execution and completion of a diverse variety of mechanical, electrical, and facility systems that range from small-scale retrofits to large-scale new construction projects.

Material Manager Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Approval of local suppliers to meet strategic objectives and ensure they represent adidas Group values
Ensure delivery and quality performance of suppliers and objectively monitor performance using SCP and FACT data
Negotiation and tracking of material costs
Communicate HQ and market trend information to suppliers to inform seasonal collections of potential variable materials
Proactively monitors supplier capacity constraints, provides guidance on forecasting and usage of BOMX report information
Assure quality claim handling for all files opened by claims associates through periodic file review and coaching
Drive the rollout of ASAP Lab Dip Management System in the LOs and supply chain
Create workable documents for use in the development of a divisional strategy and implementation roadmap
Obtain the associated resources and secure, to enable implementation of project strategy
Manage the overall operations and budget of assigned projects

Material Manager Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Material Manager

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: APICS, CPIM, PMP, EVMS, MPM, LSS, CSCP, PIE, ICAR, ASE

Education for Material Manager

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the material manager job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Business, Engineering, Management, Education, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Business/Administration, MBA, Manufacturing

Skills for Material Manager

Desired skills for material manager include:

Effects of CREW systems operating in an electronic countermeasures environment
Radio frequency theory and principle
SMART procurement system and Meditech software is beneficial
New technologies and process improvement workflows
Asset Management
Inventory procedures and accountability
LM Space Systems Programs
Maximo and WPAS systems
NT Pams
Purchasing and materials management for large scale construction operations

Desired experience for material manager includes:

Manage and direct the activities and performance of more than 25 indirect reports and subcontractors
Negotiate and finalize contracts for services and supplies
Oversee and direct setup of the construction site and control activities related the erection of mechanical and electrical components
Develop and implement project objectives, chair regular progress meetings of the project
Undertake remedial action to steer projects on course
Act as single point of contact for all project stakeholders

Material Manager Examples

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Material Manager Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of material manager. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for material manager
  • Act as a mentor and coach for junior Canadian project team members
  • Conduct research and develop business opportunity optimization strategy
  • Coordinate New Product Development resources and program requirements that deliver programs per approved schedules
  • Utilizes six-sigma and lean manufacturing tools to drive speed to market in New Product D
  • Leads and coordinates Materials team with new product introduction and team related project completion
  • Utilizes OPEX and lean manufacturing tools to identify service, cash, and/or cost savings opportunities
  • Works with the Materials Manager to develop and prioritize a project pipeline for the group
  • Leads the Materials team with new product introduction and team related project completion
  • Lead materials management projects for activities such as VMI implementations, Supplier Transitions, VA/VE, footprint transitions, and new product introductions
  • Lead a team of regional planners, suppliers and logistic professionals to develop and implement a lifecycle service plan for each new product to enable Hewlett Packard to cost-effectively provide spare kits to its customer base throughout the product’s lifecycle
Qualifications for material manager
  • Minimum five years work experience at a senior manager level
  • Minimum 3-year technical diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil) required
  • PMP certification a requirement
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work across functional departments and external entities - engine shops, suppliers, , taking initiatives and driving result
  • Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques dexterity in “reading” the market
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Visio, and Power Point)
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of material manager. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for material manager
  • Develop strategies to Control and improve LOF, Inventory, and Back Orders metrics among others
  • Translate management directives and objectives into viable programs
  • Provide leadership in manufacturing, engineering, and logistical meetings involving Service strategic programs, policies
  • Contribute to and/or develop departmental processes, procedures, methods
  • Coordinate development & verification activities for lifecycle support plans via deliverables, schedules, logistics, engineering, documentation, & reporting
  • Clearly and effectively communicate activities, issues, risks, and milestones, associated with each lifecycle plan to Service management and functional organizations
  • Ensure all deliverables are comprehended, defined, scheduled, and tracked
  • Identify, track, & drive to resolution program issues & risks
  • Present to upper management Product Line performance statuses and strategies
  • Manage Product Line inventory as per target and drive improvement projects as required to drive efficiencies
Qualifications for material manager
  • Experience within a Component exchange business or Component repair organisation
  • Capable of working within and leading a multi-cultural team
  • Minimum five years technical experience in modern communication and/or networking systems
  • Must be able to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast paced environment on multiple projects, and have strong attention to detail.Must possess excellent writing and verbal skills
  • SAP, GCSN, Easitool and BW and salesforce.com knowledge
  • Work in conjunction with the home office personnel to track all imported equipment and materials, consumables
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a material manager. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for material manager
  • Develops and drives world class processes to manage GSP Productivity and NPIs across business units, commodities, and products
  • Develops and implements projects to reduce cost in collaboration with other functional areas across the organization
  • Aligns NPI and Productivity projects with sourcing strategies, supplier designation and make/buy decisions
  • Works closely with Engineering for Schedule B projects, organizes and leads support structures at engineering to focus on results
  • Works closely with Design Centers for NPIs, organizes and leads support structures at engineering to focus on results
  • Presents and reports results periodically to senior management and other key stake holders in various forums in regards to task/gap closure and project pipeline
  • Direct resources on projects focused on material productivity
  • Serve as lead on projects focused on enhancing product value
  • Interact with factory and global supply chain personnel to meet deliverables
  • Be owner of the process related to Incoming material specifications activity
Qualifications for material manager
  • Experience working in the metal mechanic industry
  • Provide direction of the creation and revision of deliver schedules and batch sizes according to predetermined schedules and budgets
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in one or combination of material flow, material requirements planning
  • Experience in setting up and managing pull systems for material flow
  • Experience with MRP Systems, specifically in material planning and purchasing
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and a minimum of 2–5 years related purchasing/supply chain experience
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a material manager. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for material manager
  • Lead a limited team dedicated to implement the changes and creations into the ECC system
  • Represent CQC in the working group to share and align the different changes
  • Embrace some changes triggered by regular inspections into the process and IM specifications activity
  • Assist with material closeout management of the Material Coordinators (MC) and other general duties with MCs
  • Proactively reach out to projects in closeout to resolve any material closeout problems and move through to successful material closeout
  • Support PSEP on Supply Management (SM) front for contracts, follow-ups with Legal, our own SM organization
  • Support reduction of construction yard inventories
  • Reduce PSEP inventory by working with PI, Transmission, Major Projects, actively to transfer inventory
  • Support PSEP initiatives and process improvement in Supply Management
  • Secure markets and maximise value of key material streams from kerbside / commingled collection contracts, MRF and HRWC material
Qualifications for material manager
  • Ability to work in dynamic, team-oriented, fast-paced environment
  • Experience working in the metal mechanic/Machining or Packaging industry
  • BA/BS degree (engineering discipline preferred), or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
  • 5 years of relevant experience in a quality department
  • Knowledge of regulations (CFR/Eudralex) and pharmacopeia (Ph Eur/USP)
  • Have a good understanding of regulatory guidances
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of material manager. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for material manager
  • Analyse material markets and re-processor demand to feed into Material Strategies
  • Develop Material Marketing Strategies for each material stream and/ or contract and ensure such strategies are delivered and desired / expected outcomes achieved
  • Deliver effective tender processes when procuring Reprocessor Services so to deliver best financial,commercial and operational outcome, whilst ensuring continuity of off-take
  • Ensure Reprocessor Agreements are tightly managed and risk managed effectively
  • Providing data and information as required to feed into teams reporting
  • Minimise debtor days and effectively manage risk of bad debt
  • Supervises, evaluates performance and recommends salary changes for personnel
  • Communicate company and department initiatives to their respective teams and follow through to ensure proper execution
  • Monitor team workload and cycle time to insure appraisals are processed in a timely manner and customer service standards are maintained
  • Work with supervisors, team members and HR to correct any individual behavioral or performance concerns
Qualifications for material manager
  • Change management and risk management approaches
  • Strategic thinking and supply chain business understanding
  • Demonstrated knowledge of regulated environment of pharma / biopharma / vaccines industry
  • Ability to positive thinking
  • Advanced knowledge of Marian application software
  • BA or BS, or equal, preferred in related field

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