Materials Director jobs in Chattanooga, TN

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Manage demand and production scheduling for single unit with multiple customer(s) / product(s).
· Support new product/program launches.
· Works closely with customers, team leaders to determine daily production requirements.
· Use parameters to drive inventory levels within manufacturing unit.
· Leads improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
· Continuous improvement team involvement. Member of product transfer teams.
· Works with Materials Launch team for new product / program launch.
· Formalizes Weekly Forecasts/Sales and Operations planning data.

Required Skills:
· Broad based supply chain management and process development knowledge.
· Planning and scheduling, Demand Management, Cum Management, Customer Measurement systems, Inventory Management, Material systems and working knowledge of operations, accounting, purchasing and other related production functions

JOB SKILL REQUIREMENTS
· Ability to make quick decisions in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
· Ability to prioritize competing demands.
· Strong time management skills and customer focus. Interviewing, mentoring, training.
· Advanced analytical problem-solving skills to determine root cause of issues.
· Participates in projects that influence the direction of manufacturing that impacts customer satisfaction.
· Develops production schedules for products in the manufacturing facility.
· Must show strong interpersonal and leadership skills, PC software skills and formal MRP system processes.

Required Education:
Bachelor Degree. Knowledge in Supply Chain Management, Accounting or Engineering.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Materials management: 7 years (Required)
• Automotive or manufacturing: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Athens, TN 37303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person