Strong Lean Manufacturing and process improvement experience
Experience with ERP systems preferably TransM / CMI
Committed to continuous improvement and learning
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Capable of working with minimal supervision
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Ability to respond to dynamic and changing environment
Support business requirements evenings and weekends, when required
Understanding of basic accounting principles
Valid G driver's license
DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Optional) – Preferred but not required
APICS CSCP –Certified Supply Chain Professional or equivalent
Automotive background
Value stream mapping experience
Sigma Black / Green belt
Experience maintaining ERP bill of materials (BOMs) and product routings
Canada & USA Customs experience
Knowledge of ISO- and TS / IATF- quality systems
Forklift / reach truck certification
AZ driver's license
Automotive manufacturing experience
MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Work collaboratively with entire team to ensure we meet company goals
Developing, implementing, and managing proper procedures and processes to ensure high inventory accuracy (at part number / location detail and financial basis) for raw material, purchased components, WIP, and finished goods inventory in multi-site facilities
Implementing necessary strategies to meet and maintain department goals
Implement and refine effective Solidat Warehouse Management System
Ensure effective JIT inventory mix sustained at each appropriate location
Responsible for Material Analyst hiring, training, and overall performance
Committing to the leadership and development of team members while fostering a positive, collaborative work culture
Promoting and communicating lean management techniques
Attend APQP meeting, and provide timely information for program success
Monitoring daily department outcomes (achieve inventory turns, % customer delivery performance, prevent material related downtime and expedited freight)
Reporting on Key Performance Indicators in relation to department goals
Ensuring overall safety, quality, and effective performance of Inventory Control and Planning
Communicating effectively with suppliers (written and verbal) and purchasing team on a daily basis to achieve organizational objectives
Take leading role in implementing flawless customer product launch and effective engineering changes
Experience reconciling company inventory at outside processor facilities (remotely and on-site)
Conduct inventory cycle counts / physical inventory and / or BOM audits on site and at suppliers
Ensure inventory corrective actions are effective to ensure no repeat issues and read-across method is utilized
Ensure supplier release issues are resolved effectively
Maintain action plan to reduce slow moving inventory
Ensure proper FIFO rotation of inventory
Provide ongoing timely supplier performance feedback
Performs all job functions abiding by the office / work standards, policies and procedures as outlines in the company handbook.
Performs all job functions in alignment with IATF quality management standards and ISO
Actively participates in continuous improvement
Maintain S standards in working environment
Attend training based on internal training matrix
Performs all job functions in a safe, healthful and environmentally conscious manner, abiding by all health, safety and environment rules and regulations as outlined in the company handbook
Performs other duties as assigned or any reasonable request by management.
If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume.
Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.