Materials Manager

Materials Manager

Location: New Iberia, LA, United States, 70560

Company: Chart Industries

Ensuring Chart?s Success?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Material Manager to oversee the aspects of procurement, management, and coordination of materials within our New Iberia heavy manufacturing site. A key focus will be on vendor management, where the successful candidate will implement specific strategies developing long-term partnerships, performance metrics, regular audits and assessments, negotiation and contract management, risk management, and collaborative planning. Acting as a player/coach, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing a team of material and purchasing staff, placing requisite purchase orders, optimizing inventory levels, enhancing vendor relationships and performance, and driving overall cost savings.

What Your Day-to-Day Activities Will Be?

Manage the procurement process, including planning, sourcing, and selection of vendors while ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery for the New Iberia location.

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.

Implement and maintain procurement policies and procedures for efficient purchasing operations.

Lead the receiving team to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of all materials, equipment, and spare parts.

Develop and maintain accurate inventory levels to minimize stock-outs, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.

Implement inventory control processes and systems to enhance accuracy, traceability, and efficiency for the site.

Collaborate with production managers and other relevant stakeholders to establish accurate production schedules based on material availability and project requirements.

Monitor and adjust production schedules accordingly to optimize capacity utilization and minimize prevent lost production time and downtime.

Oversee the shipping and receiving operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery of materials and products.

Coordinate with logistics providers to manage transportation schedules, optimize delivery routes, and reduce costs.

Ensure proper documentation including material test reports, bills of lading and shipping records, to track and ensure accountability of shipment and certifications.

Lead a team of purchasing, scheduling, shipping & receiving employees, providing guidance, coaching, and support to enhance their productivity, performance, and professional growth.

Conduct performance evaluations, set objectives, and oversee training programs to continually develop the skills and knowledge of the team.

Your Education Should Be?

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

APICS certification, and/or Lean manufacturing experience highly desired

Your Professional Experience Should Be?

Proven work experience as a Sr. Buyer, Material, or Purchasing lead, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or construction industry.

Experience and knowledge with JDE MRP software

Solid understanding of inventory control, procurement, and logistics best practices.

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team effectively.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require?

Office and Manufacturing Plant Environment

Lift up to 20 lbs.

Sitting, standing, stooping, bending, other movement as necessary

Manufacturing Plant ? required PPE when necessary

Chart is an equal opportunity employer...

Need an Accommodation...

Need an accommodation with your job application or recruitment process ? Let us know! Chart Industries welcomes qualified individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. Don't hesitate to contact the [Human Resources Department] at 770-721-8838 or chartrecruiting@chartindustries.com to discuss your needs.