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Job Description
Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for over 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too! Scope of Responsibility Own the flow of everything! This role is all about keeping materials moving, teams aligned, and performance climbing. As our Senior Materials Manager, you'll lead inventory, scheduling, and logistics across the business while driving smarter processes, stronger results, and a more efficient supply chain every day. You'll partner cross-functionally, turn data into action, and standardize how work gets done across our facilities. Grounded in the principles of the 7 Habits and a servant leadership mindset, you'll build and develop a high-performing team, strengthen relationships across the organization, and lead with integrity while continuously improving how we operate.
Location:
West Plant at 5055 36th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49512
Target Pay:
The target starting base salary for this position is $87,663,000.00 - $131,813.00 / year (plus quarterly bonus incentive). Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Cascade Engineering considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. What You'll Be Doing Materials Management Lead the execution and continuous improvement of material planning, scheduling, and supplier release processes across the organizationStandardize material flow processes across the organization to improve efficiency, visibility, and consistencyPartner with Purchasing, Operations, and Demand/Capacity Planning to ensure alignment of supply with customer requirements and production needsSupport and influence capacity planning activities to ensure material readiness and mitigate supply constraintsPromote organizational alignment by effectively communicating customer requirements and supply chain priorities across cross-functional teamsDrive adoption of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) in collaboration with CES (Cascade Enterprise Systems/Lean Management) Logistics and Warehousing Oversee warehouse, shipping, and logistics operations to ensure efficient product flow and on-time delivery to customersDrive performance against key logistics metrics, including on-time delivery and ASN accuracySupport the implementation and optimization of TMS, WMS, and ERP systems to enhance logistics efficiency and visibilityCollaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex operational challenges and improve overall service performanceLead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction Inventory Control Oversee inventory control processes and ensure accuracy, integrity, and alignment with organizational needsDrive standardization of inventory management practices, including ABC classification and cycle counting processesMonitor and improve inventory-related KPIs, including inventory accuracy, turns, and overall performance metricsMinimize inventory write-offs through improved controls, proactive management, and cross-functional collaborationUtilize data analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities related to inventory performance Leadership, Performance and Continuous Improvement Own and report materials and supply chain KPIs in leadership forums; drive accountability and performance improvement initiativesLead, mentor, and develop supply chain team members, building organizational capability and bench strengthProvide training and guidance across materials, inventory, and scheduling functions to strengthen execution consistencyLead and support supply chain improvement initiatives, using data-driven insights to deliver measurable resultsActively contributes to cross-functional projects by providing analysis, reporting, and subject matter expertiseFoster a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on operational excellence and customer servicePerform additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives Culture Bearer Understands and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL)Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrityValues people regardless of their background Exhibits the traits of a servant leaderExhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional IntelligenceEncourages open dialogue and communicationDevelops high trust relationships within all levels of the organizationPursues Excellence At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.
