- Production And Inventory Control Manager Elkhart
- ProActivate in Elkhart, IN, United States
- jobs
- 1 month ago
jobs description
Our client is a family-owned business built on a legacy of innovation and pride of craftsmanship. Founded in 1975, they have been serving various manufacturing industries with fabricated steel products for nearly five decades with a strong focus on the automotive industry, with processes of metal cutting, laser cutting, welding, assembly, and powder coating.
Our client is hiring a Purchasing, Production Planning and Inventory Control Manager which involves managing the purchasing, production schedule and inventory levels within the manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production by coordinating raw materials, labor, and equipment to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory costs by forecasting needs and maintaining appropriate stock levels; key responsibilities include creating production plans, monitoring inventory levels, analyzing demand forecasts, scheduling production runs, and identifying opportunities to improve production processes and inventory management strategies.
The Purchasing, Production and Inventory Control Manager will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department and manage the inventory of materials for the company.
The Purchasing, Production, and Inventory Control Manager reports to the President.
Location: Elkhart, Indiana (On-site)
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Manages discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Purchases supplies, raw materials, parts, and freight for the company.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used.
• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Sets authorization limits for purchasing staff.
• Purchases large and complex items.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor preferred)
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent work experience in purchasing and/or inventory control management position, required.
• At least five years of buying or purchasing experience required with supervisory experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations.
Compensation & Benefits:
$90k-$110k depending on experience
Competitive Benefits for health insurance, 401(k)
Company paid holidays and PTO
There is growth potential to become the Plant Manager within 12-18 months.
Elkhart IN United States