Sr. Materials Manager

Nextek, Inc. is a niche market, technology-driven Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, founded in 1995. We offer precision electronic assembly and engineering services to customers with needs-driven, non-commodity products. We partner with companies who have unique product needs and who seek a high level of reliability, commitment and professional service from their manufacturing partners.

Duties/Responsibilities
As a Materials Manager, you will hold direct accountability for materials results and administration for a materials team within the plant. This role will hold broad responsibility for Delivery Performance, Inventory, Material Control Process and Improvements, Supplier Planning and Performance Management, Inventory Control and warehouse management, Staffing for Salary and Indirect Materials team members, people development and profit planning / budgeting. Responsible to implement tools, systems and processes that improve operating efficiencies and reduce cost within plant and supporting supply chains.

Skills/Experience/Education/Training Required
Experience with inventory forecasting, developing master production schedules, and reducing scheduling variances.
Extensive knowledge and experience with MRP and ERP systems - Epicor 10 a plus
Must be able to analyze and interpret complex technical procedures, business periodicals, and journals as well as write reports and procedure manuals
In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement, and distribution) and a superior understanding of manufacturing material flow in a plant
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment
Must have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate staff and to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Contract Manufacturing experience required
B.S./B.B.A .or equivalent in experience required

Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Short/Long term disability
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Paid Time Off
10 Paid Holidays
401k Match
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Educational Reimbursement