Manager, Materials Management

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailThe Manager Materials Management is responsible for leading warehouse operations receiving and shipping processes and inventory control activities supporting vessel and operational requirements across the organization.This role will establish and continuously improve the processes standards and systems that ensure materials are received stored tracked and made available efficiently and accurately. Working closely with Procurement Operations Finance and regional stakeholders the Manager will drive consistency across locations while balancing operational urgency with disciplined inventory and warehouse practices. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a growing Materials Management function.This position reports to the Director of Strategic Procurement of Saltchuk Marine and will be based in Tacoma WA. It requires some traveling in the United States.Key ResponsibilitiesMaterials Management LeadershipLead the development and execution of the Companys materials management strategy.Establish standardized warehouse receiving storage and issuing processes across operating locations.Serve as a subject matter expert on warehouse operations inventory control and materials management best practices.Foster strong working relationships across Operating Companies to support adoption of standardized processes and continuous improvement initiatives.Warehouse OperationsMaintain a safe organized and efficient warehouse environment.Operate company equipment such as vehicles cranes forklifts or other equipment as required.Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving inspection storage organization staging and issuing of materials and supplies.Design implement and continuously improve warehouse layouts storage solutions and material flows that support operational efficiency.Lead by example and actively support warehouse operations as required.Receiving & Inventory ControlImplement and maintain receiving processes that ensure accuracy accountability and timely system transactions.Develop and manage cycle count programs physical inventories and inventory accuracy initiatives.Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with Procurement and Operations to support business needs.Ensure inventory records transactions and reporting are accurate and reliable.Participate in any internal or external audit related to processes and inventory levelsCollaboration & Continuous ImprovementPartner closely with vessel crews port engineers operations leaders and procurement personnel to understand operational requirements and improve service levels.Balance operational responsiveness with adherence to established processes and controls.Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency accuracy visibility and customer service.Develop and report key performance indicators related to inventory accuracy warehouse performance and materials availability.Working ConditionsWork is performed in both inside covered warehouses and outside on the marine facility in all types of weather. Long hours may be required depending on facility or project requirements. Travel will also be periodically required. Regular and predictable attendance is a requirement.Required QualificationsBachelors degree in Supply Chain Logistics Operations Management Business or a related field equivalent experience will be considered.5 years of experience in warehouse operations materials management inventory control or supply chain operations.Demonstrated experience improving warehouse processes inventory accuracy and operational performance.Experience working with NetSuite or inventory management systems.Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change across multiple teams or locations.Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.Preferred QualificationsExperience in maritime industrial manufacturing transportation energy or heavy equipment environments.Experience leading warehouse redesign expansion or consolidation initiatives.Leadership CompetenciesBuilder mindset with a passion for creating structure process and sustainable solutions.Balances operational needs with process discipline and long-term thinking.Strong sense of ownership and accountability.Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on environments.CompensationPay for this position will be between 109157 to 136440 annually. For a fully qualified candidate we expect to pay 120000 annually.BenefitsThe benefit program includes medical dental and vision coverage for you and your family.This position will accrue 15 days of vacation a year. Accrued vacation will be vested and available for use after successfully completing six 6 months of service.Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance.401k program with a 4 match vested immediately.Employee Assistance Program.Flexible Spending Accounts.Business travel assistance program.Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.Nine 9 paid holidays with two 2 additional floating holidays available after six 6 months of service.Full time employees will accrue ninety-six 96 hours of sick leave per year up to a maximum of 1040 hours.Bereavement Leave &8211 three 3 paid days off for a death in the immediate family or five 5 days off if travel greater than 500 miles is required.Fully paid ORCA transportation card.Tuition reimbursement.All other benefits as required by lawHow to ApplyReady to set sail with Saltchuk Marine Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to hrsaltchukmarine.com. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.Drug Free WorkplaceSaltchuk Marine is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Equal Opportunity EmployerSaltchuk Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability genetic factors militaryveteran status or other characteristics protected by law.<-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemail <-- post-content --> Your browser failed to load the job description PDF in iframe. Please click the view button below to open job description PDF in a new tab. View PDF