Materials Manager (Denver)

Position Summary

Lowtemp Industries continues to grow, and we have an immediate opening for a Materials Manager. This position will manage all aspects of product forecasting, sourcing, purchasing, and inventory functions to meet the companys short-term and long-term supply chain management / inventory control requirements, while pursuing further cost reductions in our fast-paced manufacturing enterprise. This position will lead the Purchasing team by providing support and training to all Buyers and will facilitate existing Supplier relations and cultivate new partnerships.

SUMMARY :

Responsible for Materials Management functions, including planning, procurement, storage, control and distribution of materials and products to meet Company objectives and customer requirements. Responsible for direction and administering Purchasing, Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, and Material Stores.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure Materials & Logistics enable growth of the factory

• Develop and implement processes for receiving, shipping, distributing parts to the production floor
• Manage the daily MRP ordering process to ensure materials are replenished to meet production schedules
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements
• Implement visual restocking programs where applicable
• Oversee the VMI parts and vendor ordering
• Manage cycle counting program in support of all inventory accuracy initiatives
• Create metrics and develop management tools to oversee performance of the Materials group
• Manage daily shipments of products from the factory including systems, parts, and consumables using both parcel, LTL, and other specialty shipping methods
• Establish procedures and supervise the annual physical inventory.
• Ensure that the company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all materials department functions
• Identify opportunities for using technology to improve productivity and accuracy

Manage the Purchasing and Inventory team

Lead by example and work to continuously improve self, team, and company

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK CONDITIONS :

The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual will spend about half of their time in a plant environment and half of their time in an office environment. Both are well lit, clean with normal / low noise levels (less than 85dbc)

Lowtemp Industries an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, religion, age, national origin, or ancestry, and we prohibit retaliation against individuals who report or oppose discrimination or participate in an investigation. We also comply with all applicable federal protections (including pregnancy, genetic information) and welcome veterans and service members.

Pay Range Disclosure (CO) : The base pay range for this position is $80,000$100,000 annually. Actual pay will be based on factors such as the candidates experience, skills, qualifications, and internal pay alignment. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, and other voluntary benefits.