Materials Manager

Job Description

The Materials Manager is responsible for receipt, storage and handling of all raw ingredients and packaging supplies purchased for the factory and for receipt, and shipment to distribution center of all finished good produced at the facility. In addition, responsible for the Material Planning group, this position supplies the factory with raw ingredients and packaging.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Oversee and lead the implementation of the RMP (Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the factory accountability list in order to achieve targeted RCR.
• The incumbent is responsible for managing and evaluating the performance of personnel in the Warehouse Department.
• Plan, organize, and manage department functions effectively:
• Manage inventory (timely, compliance with Company policies, timely reporting, Fifo rotation).
• Assure accurate and timely computer system data entry (SAP).
• Assure accurate shipping, receiving, and production records.
• Assist with hold and recall procedures to assure customer safety in conjunction with Quality

• Direct activities to assure that storage requirements for ingredients and finished goods are met.
• Assure department personnel safety, training, motivation and effectiveness.
• Develop, implement and monitor department goals.
• Develop and manage department budget.
• Assume all safety, system, and lift truck certification and training.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and sanitation.
• Coordinates and expedites flow of materials for planned production.
• Plan, organize and implement effective communications for/with:
• Manages capital and process improvement projects for department.
• Department employees.
• Other department/employees in facility.
• Outside carriers and storage locations.
• Factory and corporate management.
• External vendors.

• Provide leadership for facility by active involvement on Factory Staff and other teams/committees as required. Provide input into the long-range planning of the facility.

• Make effective decisions impacting department, factory budgets, and personnel. Incumbent also may be required to make decisions impacting Company business and outside agencies or companies, such as USDA, purchasing contracts, product hold/recall, etc.

• Administer department and Company policies and procedures as part of the factory management staff.

• Financial Controls and Budgeting: Responsible for providing leadership and guidance during budget building with constant emphasis on practical business and financial responsibility.