Material Control Manager
powell industriesNorth Canton (OH)
About the role
Essential Responsibilities:
- Identify, implement and track critical metrics for inventory with reaction points clearly identified
- Investigates and solves problems through root cause analysis resulting from cycle counting
- Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes toachieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity and delivery.
- Keeps abreast of materials and warehousing capacity and constraints
Manage department associates to create a team-based environment, with open/candidcommunications and direct accountability to ensure the departments operate at a very efficient level. Deliver world-class delivery, inventory performance with a focus on quality, on-time delivery and competitive costs. As part of the leadership team, develop the annual business plan/tactical plan and ensure all department objectives are achieved as set in the plan.
Interview applicants for the department in accordance to applicable laws. Train new employees in the department. Oversee and manage annual performance and ongoing performance management within the department. Recommend and take corrective action in compliance with quality audits, issues, etc. Support the Critical Success Factors of the business as directed by the manager. Oversee and monitor the receiving and materials department. Manage Inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and integrity.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Leading Excess and Obsolete Inventory process/material, using root cause analysis to minimize effect on the company
Manage inventory operations at multiple locations
Oversee Outside Processing routing step for all internal discrete jobs sent out for machine work oplating
Support the division by being the liaison between the company and auditors (Internal or External)
Develop storage plan strategy for make/buy and free issued materials and products
Provide leadership in on-going cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.
Develop, implement and execute logistics sourcing strategies, practices and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders. Develop and implement negotiation strategies for logistic services; including, but not limited to all types of inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, freight bill auditing
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS degree in technical field; or 5 + years related experience and/or training; equivalentcombination of education and experience break down supply chain base.
- Minimum 4-6 years of experience in a leadership role.
- Strong materials management background required.
- Must have demonstrated track record of cost reductions.
- Must demonstrate good management skills and be capable of evaluating and staffing Materialsorganization with strong players
- Skills, Abilities &Other Requirements
- Good negotiation skills.
- Experience with ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
- Understand how to utilize MRP/ERP systems.
- Ability to develop a system to eliminate material line shortages and multiple schedule changes.
- Ability to manage inventory levels and increase inventory turns.
- Effective use of MS Office Suite.
- Six Sigma experience; green or black belt certification a plus.
- Knowledge of Oracle MRP systems a plus.
- Must be able to work extended hours when required.
- Understanding of financial impact of effective inventory management.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good organization skills.
- Must be responsible and dependable.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills. More Information
- This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive listof all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Full time
Posting Date: 2026-09-23
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