Job Title:  Materials Manager

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will possess strong skills and a proven record of successfully executing and managing staff in the following areas: international procurement, logistics management, e-business initiatives, strategic sourcing, small business plans and cost reduction techniques.

How You Will Do It:

•          Provide leadership in a fast-paced environment to ensure expectations are exceeded relative to delivery, quality, cost, inventory and growth objectives
•          Develop and implement aggressive material cost targets using a strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial analysis and supply base negotiations
• Establish a global supply base to provide a product that meets annual quality, delivery, and cost expectations
• Support the negotiation and supplier selection process to facilitate VMI, Inventory reduction, and establish best practices for make/buy objectives
• Ownership of Physical Inventory, Inventory Accuracy, and MRP System Management for Buying actions
•          Execute commodity sourcing strategies, lead / support key contract negotiations and strategic supplier performance reviews
•          Provide in-depth material management expertise to achieve world-class performance levels within the supply chain
•          Lead interaction between Suppliers and Engineering to drive total cost productivity through concise and clear specifications that meet identified needs
•          Selection and removal of suppliers in support of performance objectives, or manufacturing strategies
•          Establish long-term pricing with suppliers in support of objectives, and program profitability expectations
  
  

What We Look For:

•          B.S. in Supply Chain Management or related field
•          5-9 years of experience in procurement and sourcing role in a production environment in support of complex components, fabrications, and machined parts
•          ITAR and Military/Aerospace experience preferred
•          Professional Certifications are a plus - APICS
•          Intimate knowledge of ERP configuration, manufacturing processes and systems
•          Strong understanding of the make/buy process, FAI and extensive experience with an ERP systems
•          Experience in establishing new suppliers and the documentation and approvals required by OEMs
•          Demonstrated ability to manage and drive teamwork between groups and across functional teams
•          Strategic planning/thinking skills, coupled with analytical and execution skills
•          Demonstrated experience and success working in a fast paced, matrix environment satisfying multiple customers
•          Daily engaged management of staff to achieve departmental and company goals and objectives
  Perform other duties as assigned
•          Computer literacy in a MRP system (Oracle a plus), Microsoft Office
•          Must possess solid analytical skills in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities
•          Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations in a fast-paced environment
•          Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation 

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance, plus a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Additional benefits such as Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with AMETEK contributions, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program to support your continued education.
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you can make a meaningful impact.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all AMETEK business entities.