Manager, Claims Management - Columbia City, IN, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

The Materials Manager is responsible for executing purchasing and inventory management activities for the entire $40M+ in spend for the Business Unit, with a focus on best practice processes and achieving an optimal supply chain relative to metrics of Quality, Cost, and Delivery as determined by the Business Unit.

Responsible to maintain and development a material cost savings funnel in line with the BU objectives. Responsible for driving identified and approved projects to completion
Conduct market analysis, internal demand analysis, supplier selection, and negotiation of price, terms and conditions to maximize contribution to operating profit and business objectives
Manage sourcing projects and assume responsibility for Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Develop and maintain supplier relationships and drive supplier performance and effectiveness. Complete supplier analysis to select the best suppliers and guarantee an optimal supply chain, conduct annual supplier evaluation, and execute formal supplier development plans when applicable
Manage supplier performance through supplier scorecards.
Measure weekly, quarterly and annual materials goals that support the business unit objectives
Utilize value stream mapping and other ABS (lean) tools to streamline processes and minimize inventory
Promote continuous improvement efforts for designated business unit(s) for the materials function
Assist in product life cycle analysis process for the Mobile Power Value Stream
Oversee Purchasing Team which includes shipping and receiving (7 total - 2 being direct reports).
Interface with Management, Supervision, Customer Service, Quality, Finance, Engineering and Operations.
May participate in company-wide global projects on an as needed basis.

Bachelor's degree in materials management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field, required
Minimum 3 years of experience in a Material Manager role, required
Experience in managing suppliers of large tonnage stampings, copper/aluminum wire, & ball bearings, preferred
Ownership of inventory management utilizing a Kan Ban system
Strong negotiation skills, including a sound understanding of commercial, regulatory, and intellectual property elements of a contract
Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology and its application
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills, including a demonstrated ability to synthesize, interpret, and communicate market and competitive data
Ability to manage contracts, identify elements of risk when developing complex agreements and make recommendations to guide the Legal review process
This position may require occasional travel, 15%.

The employee must be able to fly or drive out of town to attend meetings with members of other company facilities or customers and suppliers or to attend training.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts. Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
Paid Time Off and Holidays
401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions

Regal Rexnord Corporation("Regal Rexnord") is a leading manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products and sub-systems, serving customers around the world in the general industrial, consumer, commercial construction, food & beverage, and alternative energy end markets, among others.

the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyer systems that keep e-commerce flowing, to name a few of the applications where our products are used.

The company's industrial powertrain and automation solutions offerings are an important part of the company's growth strategy.

The company's strategy includes leveraging 80/20 to prioritize all activities, including product excellence, operational excellence and commercial excellence (i) driving organic sales growth through the introduction of innovative new products, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency, (ii) establishing and maintaining new customers, as well as developing new opportunities with existing customers, (iii) participating in higher growth end markets and geographies, and (iv) identifying and consummating strategic, value creating acquisitions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected].

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].

In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.