Material Control Manager

Position Description:

Overall objective of the Material Manager is to effectively control the flow of materials through site and to integrate various planning and information systems, to provide accurate information, effective material control and continuous improvement in performance in order to meet the objectives and needs of Company and its clients.

• Primary duties for the role includes:
• Coordinate the activities of those group under his/her control, with site and other support groups, to ensure schedules and material control plans are fully integrated within the project organization. This includes inventory management and control, supply chain improvement, material planning & the short and long term day to day resolution of supply chain issues including resolution of material availability, transportation and logistics issues.
• Assist in the development of relevant processes and procedures.
• Responsible for managing surplus disposal in the most optimized manner.
• Manages local site procurement staff.
• Carry out other duties as required by the reporting manager.
• Work closely with Purchasing, QA and various Engineering Disciplines in procurement activities specifically relating to defining company’s material requirements and in monitoring vendor performance in meeting these needs. This includes driving materials procurement, tracking and inventory planning through the plant purchasing group, vendor selection and development, building vendor relationships as required to assure performance, cost and lead-time requirements.
• Interface with clients as required in areas of material forecasting, demand planning, and operational planning.
• Provide analysis through accounting and inventory control group in areas of inventory accuracy, inventory levels against targets, On Time and Full Shipping, Minimization of Waste and Scrap, Manufacturing Cost analysis and budget control.
• As a leader in organization the Materials Manager maintains the highest safety standards for his/her areas of responsibility and acts as a role model in supporting the Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards of Company and Clients.
• Implement health and safety procedures.
• Interview, hire and oversee training of staff.
• Perform any related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience:

The following skills, qualifications and experience are required:

• Master’s degree in Material Management, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering or similar disciplines
• Minimum 10 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified here and above preferably with EPC, Oil & Gas industry.

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