Materials Manager Job in Bedford 01730, Massachusetts Us
PURCHASING / MATERIALS MANAGER
Massachusetts manufacturer of medical devices seeks a purchasing/materials management professional for all aspects of material procurement and planning for a diverse manufacturing operation.
Minimum Requirements:
· Must have a BS / BA degree with a minimum seven years of purchasing experience
· Strong materials management experience with emphasis on procurement, production planning, and inventory control
· Supervisory or management experience
· A working knowledge of MRP systems and their capabilities
· Technical understanding of electromechanical components, injection molding tooling, and plastic parts
· Experience introducing new products to Manufacturing
Responsibilities:
· Supervision and development of materials / purchasing personnel
· Manage procurement, planning, inventory control operations
· Lead material based cost reductions
· Negotiate price and delivery contracts with suppliers
· Develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies for the purchase of inventory and non-inventory materials and services
· Lead New Product Introduction planning activities
· Manage MRP system
· Develop processes to ensure the quality of all purchased materials
· Manage supplier evaluation and supplier corrective action programs
· Assist with occasional facility related issues
Preferred Experience / Expertise:
· In-depth knowledge of Fourth Shift MRP software system
· Experience in a regulated environment
· BS technical degree / MBA
· A good imagination
Position Type: Full Time, Employee
www.medicacorp.com