Supply Chain and Materials Manager

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Supply Chain and Materials Manager

EMCO Wheaton and TODO are part of the Ingersoll Rand Transport Solutions family

EMCO Wheaton has been the first name in premium fluid transfer systems engineered to meet and exceed the growing demands of businesses across the fuel transportation spectrum. From fuel tank truck equipment to bus fleet and aviation fuelling systems, EMCO Wheaton designs and manufactures bespoke solutions that help keep vehicles moving safely and efficiently at all times.

TODO is the pioneer behind the revolutionary DRY-BREAK couplers and is recognised as the leading provider of couplings and accessories across many different sectors when transferring liquids and gases whether it’s a major chemical facility, offshore rig or LPG site.

Main purpose of the role:

The Supply Chain and Materials Manager is responsible for driving transformational change through the current supply chain. This position is expected to lead efforts to compress supplied lead times, improve inventory turns, improve service and reduce waste in all Materials processes for the manufacturing site.  In addition, this position will regularly interface with suppliers, global procurement, operations,  hourly plant personnel, engineering, finance, and plant leadership. This is the primary communication link between leadership teams and project teams; works with both project teams and leadership teams to deliver projects on schedule and on budget; identifies and updates risk profile and contingencies as well as developing options during the course of the project.

Responsibilities: 

• Lead site Rapid Improvement Events that focus on Materials Management processes
• Leads the Buying team to plan, order and expedite materials into the factory to support Operations
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Document what is normal state and identify actions to correct abnormal conditions
• Develop and manage the reporting system that compares gaps to what is normal and publish explanations for variances.
• Utilizes lean material flow tools to identify service, cash, and/or cost savings opportunities.
• Works with the SIOP/Materials Leads to develop and prioritize a projects pipeline for the business.
• Works with Materials Management teams to improve measurements, analysis, development, and implementation of tools such as gap analysis, process performance, problem escalation, standard work, and cycle time reduction.
• Assists the Materials teams with new product introduction and team related project completion.
• Develop, implement and drive adherence to standard work as set by the materials council across the functions
• Drive continuous improvement activities by establishing and executing a daily materials Gemba walk in all functional areas.
• Provide materials management project leadership for activities such as VMI implementations, Supplier Transitions, VA/VE, footprint transitions, and new product introductions.
• Drive material management operation excellence daily by identifying and improving inventory accuracy, material replenishment flow and organization thru the use of Plan For Every Part (PFEP), production loading and scheduling, materials ordering, supplier management and system utilization.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Utliize and maximize the potential of the business ERP system, for material optimization – resulting in On time supply, higher inventory turns and reduced lead times
• Sets the planning parameters within the system to optimize material flow
• Leads Inventory reduction projects
• Controls efforts to drive down OSMI

Key Competencies and Success Factors:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Must have the skill set to drive lean transformation by eliminating waste and increasing the velocity of customer orders once released to the facility.
• Must be able to mentor and coach the site Materials Management group on lean methodologies.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to manage multiple priorities at once Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage individuals across all levels within the organization
• Must be able to leverage IR Change Management methodology to ensure adherence of new processes
• The ability to influence bottom line results.
• Indirect influence and management
• Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.
• Must be a flexible, decisive and a proactive problem solver.
• Must be able to work well in high pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Must possess a strong customer service orientation and provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements.
• Must be proficient at conflict resolution
• Must have solid interpersonal skills, ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization

• Must be resourceful, and  find solutions to unusual problems to meet customer needs
• Must have good understanding of manufacturing material flow in a plant

Experience and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering discipline
• Experience with rate-based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes
• Experience with visual management systems
• Knowledge of personal computer applications required (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Six sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred
• PMP certification preferred
• APICS certification preferred and/or line of sight to certification within 24 months
• 3- 5 years of project management and/or manufacturing experience

We offer a competitive package that includes

• Company Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Medical Cover
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase up to 5 days’ pro rata for part time)
• Free parking
• Death in Service Benefit of 4x salary
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after probation period)
• 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment

Application Deadline:  As soon as right candidate found

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.