Materials Manager

êton is currently seeking a Materials Manager– Day Shift to join our team. This position is based at our Airdrie, Alberta facility. Position Overview: Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position directs and controls the movement of material in and out of the Airdrie plant and manages key material-related functions such as: purchasing, material planning, inventory control, shipping, receiving, customer service, and warehousing. This role is primarily responsible for supporting the Airdrie Manufacturing Operation and for maximizing service levels for internal & external customers. This position directly manages the Materials Department and Warehouse Supervisor, and indirectly manages the Warehouse employees. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will: Manage all aspects of the site materials function (purchasing, material planning, inventory control, shipping, receiving, customer service, and warehousing), in adherence with corporate, divisional and plant policies to achieve plant, departmental, and functional goals, while ensuring compliance. Develop inventory strategy, plans, and processes in order to drive sustainable year over year (YOY) and promote inventory reduction, without jeopardizing service levels (internal & external customers) while leveraging appropriate & prescribed functional tools (ie. ABC/XYZ, ERP Health, Inventory Analytics, Forecast, PFEP, Planning Bills, etc). Drive “cost out” to meet established objectives for distribution, logistics, and materials savings. Lead monthly supply meetings per Eaton’s SIOP (sales, inventory, operations policy) to forecast material requirements needed to meet production schedules, inventory levels, and shipment demands to achieve on-time production and inventory management requirements. Plan and execute physical inventory process, including material off-site at supplier locations and warehouses. Conduct process checks within areas of responsibility and proactively monitor performance (Inventory Dollars, Markview Inventory on Holds, Days on Hand, Cycle Count Accuracy, Receiving On-Time, Internal and External On-Time Performance) and drive root cause & corrective action as required. Champion Material Flow (ELSS) for the plant and support PROLaunch projects to optimize warehouse footprint and maximize the production area. Oversee the activities of the Material Schedulers to assure that customer delivery, manufacturing efficiency and plant inventory objectives are met and that engineering change activities are effectively coordinated. Manage plant purchasing activities to comply with Eaton’s supply chain policies and cost effectively meet manufacturing requirements, while systematically ensuring continuity & quality of supply. Oversee creation and maintenance of planning bills of material in Oracle to anticipate material requirements and lead times. Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials and monitor business trends and economic cycles in order to anticipate change in order flow from customers and material availability from suppliers. Systematically troubleshoot, analyze, identify, and eliminate material inhibitors, cycle time detractors, and extraordinary costs associated with material procurement to optimize inventory levels and manufacturing schedule. Manage ERP materials systems (e.g. Oracle) and pull-systems, and implement & maintain processes & systems to monitor health. Actively support & lead PROLaunch projects to ensure quality/continuity/availability of required components to ensure seamless execution while performing functional work package approval as required. Serve as an active member of the site JHSC and perform workplace inspections, Gemba (safety) walks, and process checks. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: University Education or College Diploma from an accredited institution. Minimum five (5) years supervisory experience. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a manufacturing, distribution center or supply chain. No relocation is offered for this position. Must be authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred qualifications: APICS CPIM Certification University education in business or supply chain management from an accredited institution. Knowledge of warehouse systems, manufacturing and quality control processes and procedures; Oracle experience a plus. Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt. Prior supply chain or operations experience within the electrical industry. Position Criteria: Exceptional leadership, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Willingness & ability to challenge the status quo and create a culture of continuous improvement. Proven ability to partner with all levels of leadership and consistently achieve results through self & others in a dynamic manufacturing environment (ETO experience strongly preferred), including via influence vs. direct authority. Strong MS Office skills; PowerPoint, Excel (Advanced), Outlook We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton has in place accessibility policies for accommodating employees with disabilities.  If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, please let the recruiter or hiring manager know so that we can work to make reasonable adjustments that best suit your needs.   Accessibility information may be found at:  https://www.eaton.com/ca/en-gb/company/policies-and-statements/accessibility.html
LI-CH1 What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: North America – Canada Organization: ESSG CA Canada Job Level: Manager Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time