Materials Manager

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Ladson
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Req ID: 26992

Lincoln electric has an outstanding opportunity for a Materials Manager at our Ladson, SC operation. The Materials Manager plays a key role in the development, execution, and continuous improvement of all shipping, receiving, warehousing, and production planning activities. This role oversees demand planning and logistics to ensure customer service levels are met at optimal cost. In addition to competitive pay, Lincoln Electric offers a generous plan, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and many more outstanding benefits!

The Materials Manager will lead the Production Planning and Logistics team in the following areas:

• Minimize waste and defects in physical and transactional materials management processes
• Analyze demand and manage inventory levels of WIP and finished goods to meet Days Inventory On-hand (D10) and On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets
• Maintain accurate planning parameters in the ERP system
• Design material flow and inventory control processes to ensure inventory accuracy
• Schedule production orders in alignment with OTD goals
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to determine plant resource needs
• Ensure materials are stored efficiently and safely to preserve quality and facilitate flow
• Prepare outbound shipments and coordinate transportation logistics
• Ensure compliance with trade and regulatory requirements
• Resolve invoice and payment issues with vendors
• Update material cost data and support Finance during annual cost roll-ups
• Perform general duties as assigned and assist in other areas as workload allows

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• 2+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities in variable and dynamic environments
• Ability to interpret and follow written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
• Intermediate math proficiency (e.g., percentages, volumes, discounts, etc.)
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Results-oriented and goal-driven work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels
  
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage prioritize multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy

Preferred

• APICS certification
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with SAP ERP systems

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Directing work
• Planning and Alignment
• Managing Complexity
• Customer focus
• Interpersonal savvy

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly transition between office and manufacturing environments. While in the manufacturing setting, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the manufacturing environment is usually moderate.

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and speak or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee will frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.