Grammer is looking for a Materials Manager (MP&L Manager) to join our location in Shannon, MS. The primary responsibility will be oversight of the material planning and control processes in our injection/blow molding facility that supplies parts to the automotive industry. The MP&L Manager acts as a liaison with the customer and is responsible for the planning and delivery of product in a timely and efficient manner.
The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes on our team!
What you will be doing:

• Represent Grammer-Tupelo as the primary customer service contact to the customer

• Work with Production Manager to develop production plans and forecasts
• Work with Engineering Manager on product launch, BOM and engineering change coordination
• Work with Quality Manager to support customer satisfaction initiatives and vendor base measures
• Work with Plant Controller/accounting staff to verify/correct inventory control problems
• Coordinate/Supervise MP&L personnel for warehousing and production planning functions
• Direct plant purchasing/vendor releasing functions.
• Monitor inventory adjustments and manage cycle count program
• Determine departmental practices and procedures
• Approve departmental expenses, appropriation requests and participate in the budgetary process
• Maintain Grammer Metrics and report out on weekly/monthly/quarterly basis
• Complete departmental annual performance appraisals

Deliverables:

• TS 16949 compliance
• Customer Delivery ratings
• Premium freight
• Inventory turns/DOH
• Cost Management to the approved budget
• Safety, housekeeping, UAW contract compliance

• Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Supply Chain Management or a similar field
• Five years of experience in MP&L
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that allows for individual differences and provides for individual growth.
• Ability to identify urgent or emerging problems, develop alternative corrective actions and engage appropriate colleagues in the timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Knowledge of automotive processes (EDI, PPAP, etc.).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and bills of material.
• Experience with MRP and scheduling systems (SAP).
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Strong analytical & mathematical skills.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.