Materials Manager Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Materials Manager Uster Technologies, Inc. (a Toyota subsidiary) 456 Troy Circle, Knoxville, TN 37919

Job Summary:

The Materials Manager is responsible for the staff, equipment, materials, relationships, and processes related to purchasing, inventory control, and logistics. Who We Are Founded in 1875 and headquartered in Switzerland, Uster Technologies is now a part of Toyota Industries. We are a global provider of quality control equipment for the textile industry in which we are regarded as the benchmark for quality. Our Knoxville team has delivered locally developed innovations to customers around the globe for the last 50 years. Our instruments play a role in the manufacture of nearly every cotton textile product produced on the planet. Who You Are An experienced and energetic professional who fosters positive teamwork and has a continuous improvement mindset. Has an entrepreneurial mindset and seeks an environment where creativity and innovative spirit are welcomed and encouraged. Enjoys the camaraderie of a smaller global organization of highly skilled talent.

What We Offer:

Business casual environment, flexible work hours, and a commitment to maintaining an appropriate work-life balance. Competitive salary plus bonus package.

Outstanding benefits including:

401(k) with company match and profit sharing; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances; paid time off and holidays.

Job Duties:

Develop, support, and implement strategic and tactical plans to achieve the lowest possible COGS, minimize sourcing risks, ensure inventory protection and accuracy, and optimize supplier performance and shipping accuracy. Establish KPI and visual management tools to best monitor performance of the supply chain and internal practices. Ensure ERP data integrity of all parts and materials purchased and/or inventoried. Work closely with sales and logistics to ensure finished product is compliant with export regulations by ensuring the accuracy and availability of material sourcing data. Works closely with finance in planning monthly material expenditures and resolving inventory and invoicing discrepancies. Manage inventories both in our Knoxville factory and Greenville, SC service center. Play an integral role in the Engineering Change Management (ECM) process both in initiating requests (ECR) and ensuring timely implementation (ECI). Drive supplier response to Non-Conformance Review (NCR) activities to ensure both effective root-cause data collection and prompt corrective action. Actively support and contribute to programs and initiatives such as Lean implementation, Sustainability, and

ISO 9001

2015. Travel domestically and internationally up to 10%. Accept additional duties as they arise.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required. Five (5) years management experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment of complex/engineered to order products. Ten (10) years procurement and inventory control experience required. Skilled in coaching individuals and developing high-performance teams. Skilled in maintaining ERP data (IFS preferred), implementation experience strongly desired. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly with financial reporting. Experience with import and export regulations is a plus. ROHS experience a plus. Lean Manufacturing experience, independent certification is a plus. Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.

Requirements:

Occasional lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds; requires extensive standing, walking, stooping and bending. Requires good organizational skills. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Authorized to work in the United States.

Position Type:

Full-time (40+ hours). Traditional Monday-Friday schedule. ONSITE located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Occasional overnight travel may be required including internationally. Total required travel is less than 10%.

AA/EOE M/F/D/V

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Experience:

Supervising:

5 years (Required)

Procurement and Inventory Control:

10 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Knoxville, TN 37919 (Required)

Work Location:

In person