Material Supervisor

SUMMARY This role is responsible for materials management, purchasing, inventory control, and prod to support efficient plant operations. The position ensures creation and alignment between production schedules, material availability, and operational capacity while maintaining high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and performance. The role works closely with internal departments to drive effective planning and execution across the supply chain, ensuring materials are sourced, scheduled, and delivered to meet production demands. Key responsibilities include developing production schedules, managing purchasing activities, optimizing inventory levels, and monitoring key performance indicators to achieve business objectives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and qualifications listed below are representative of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Purchasing and Material Responsibilities · Manage procurement of raw materials, MRO supplies, and services to support production requirements. · Develop and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, and monitor supplier performance. · Ensure timely material availability through effective planning, scheduling, and supplier coordination. · Maintain accurate material, supplier, and purchasing data within the ERP/MRP system. Production Planning & Scheduling · Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules based on customer demand, inventory levels, and plant capacity. · Create, release, and monitor work orders to ensure schedule adherence. · Process customer orders, verify requirements, and communicate order status, delivery dates, and product availability. · Identify and address scheduling, capacity, and production control issues to support on-time delivery. Inventory Control · Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and system audits. · Establish and manage inventory replenishment parameters and reorder points. · Support annual physical inventories and management of obsolete inventory. Customer Service · Correspond with customers concerning requests for information regarding service or product availability, delivery, pricing, or other matters in a manner that will maintain good customer relations. · Confer with other departments as necessary to obtain and provide information to customers. Continuous Improvement & Analysis · Analyze material, inventory, and production data to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency. · Lead initiatives to improve inventory management, material flow, and supply chain performance. · Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions as needed. Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination · Coordinate activities across production, warehouse, quality, and customer service functions. · Support supervisors and team members in resolving material and scheduling issues. · Provide leadership, training, and direction to assigned personnel. · Promote a safe workplace and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Compliance, Safety & Standards · Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations · Identify and address safety hazards; promote a safe and organized work environment · Maintain housekeeping standards and enforce use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) General · Maintain a positive, professional working relationship with team members · Stay informed of factors impacting domestic and international shipments · Perform additional duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Exper…

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