Materials Manager

We are seeking a Materials Manager to oversee all direct materials planning, materials control, materials strategy, and materials project initiatives. The successful candidate will have a strong customer service orientation and leadership skills, with experience in integrated materials management functions within a manufacturing environment that has implemented lean concepts.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement and distribution) and a superior understanding of manufacturing material flow in a plant.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements.
• Proactive change agent and leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.
• Flexible, decisive and proactive problem solver with ability to influence bottom line results.
• Strong communicator and organizational skills, with ability to work on multiple priorities at once.
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP, and lean manufacturing processes.
• Fluent German (native speakers preferred), English at least B2 level
• APICS certification in production and inventory management (CPIM) or comparable training with a focus on supply chain.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or engineering (MBA preferred) – or a similar degree

Benefits

• A global network of dedicated colleagues
• An international group with endless opportunities
• WellPass
• Jobrad
• Corporate Benefits – Attractive employee offers from a wide range of brands
• Share packages. We are all owners of the company!
• Opportunities for professional development
• Sustainable thinking
• Employee development