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BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for managing inventory ($10M-$20M) to achieve operating targets (financial and inventory service level KPI’s), as well as the execution of purchase orders, inventory and logistics problem resolution, supplier management, and other duties as required to minimize the inventory investment while maximizing the customer service level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible to achieve the customer service level goal and the appropriate inventory level of the category(s) assigned.  Metrics are service level, inventory investment, and inventory turn.
• Manage suppliers to improve overall delivery performance.  Metrics are lead time and on time delivery.
• Track, analyze and report on inventory data (service level, days on hand, obsolescence, target inventory levels, supplier performance and lead time variability, etc.).
• Manage inventory replenishment parameters to achieve desired outcome.
• Manage obsolescence risk for the assigned category(s).  Metric is inventory reserve.
• Manage inventory planning related activities (i.e. promotions) with cross functional areas such as Merchandising, Sales, Production Planning, etc
• Proactively address inventory shortages with both short term, and long term solutions
• Develops and implements inventory control processes and procedures.
• Lead events/activities with suppliers and LZB distribution/manufacturing facilities.
• Lead continuous improvement supply chain initiatives
• Manage suppliers to resolve issues and prioritize production of critical inventory items.
• Execution of purchase orders and order expediting
• Forecast management and adjustment.
• Ensure inventory is shipped and received in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/BA degree required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in inventory management required.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and data management skills with ability to look at information creatively and develop solutions for problems based on findings from data.
• Experience in supplier performance improvement is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.  MS Access, Business Objects and E1 experience will be helpful.
• Must be a team oriented individual who works well with others in various levels and departments (Merchandising, Sales, Production Planning, and Logistics).
• A high degree of customer service is required for this position
• Excellent communications skills required.
• International sourcing experience preferred.
• APICS certification (CPIM) or Six Sigma Greenbelt certification preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES:  None

APPLICATION:

Interested Candidates should submit both resume and salary requirements to:

Position: Supply Chain Manager 

Company: A leading global supplier of Polymer Additives providing technical solutions for PVC, Polyolefin, urethanes, ABS, polystyrene and rubber products. The company was founded in 1920 and now enjoys sales of over $2 Billion. With 17 locations the Plastic Colorants Division is designed to be one of the industry’s best solution providers in supplying color and additive concentrate. We have the ability to fill orders from 50lbs to truck load and rail. With unmatched FDA product formulation capabilities, we have knowledge of all thermoplastic resin and compounding systems. 

Your unique role with the company: This position will be accountable for the effective development, implementation and maintenance of the production plan to meet forecasted sales, finished goods and raw material inventory targets, forecasted absorption and desired OTIF rates. Additionally, this position is responsible for supervision of warehouse operations and purchasing for the site. Reporting to Plant Manager.

• Manages 2 salaried schedulers and 12 hourly warehouse personnel
• Implement and manage SAP MRP module for the site and act as SAP Material Master
• Manage the operation of the warehouse and provide plant oversight of the site purchasing function.
• Conduct monthly inventory audits.
• Formulate raw materials forecasts.
• Publish updated shipping schedules keeping customer service and logistics abreast of any changes.
• Develop schedules for equipment use: forecast other resource requirements (operates, maintenance labor, QA/QC, technical support, etc.) 

Community Information: Evansville, Indiana- population 117,429

• The commercial, medical and cultural hub of Southwestern Indiana.
• Broad economic base known for stability, diversity and vitality. Five NYSE companies are headquartered in Evansville, along with two others traded on the NASDAQ.
• Schools consistently ranked as some of the best in the US
• 2008 was voted the city in the country in which to live, work, and play by the readers of Kiplinger and in 2009 the 11^th best. 

What we are looking for in a Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in business
• A minimum of three-five years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in SAP
• APICS certification preferred

CAPACITY PLANNER

JOB PURPOSE:

Implement and maintain a production capacity planning program. Take the lead in any activity that affects capacity required to achieve production requirements.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track and report capacity allocation and utilization.
• Provide daily reports and direction to manufacturing to ensure required production levels are achieved.
• Coordinate with departments and identify proper allocation of material, labor and root causes to issues and recommend corrective actions affecting ability to run and achieve production plans.

Daily Tasks:

• Establish a firm 6 month capacity plan with a long term forecast.
• Revises capacity plan when required due to design changes, labor or material issues
• Recommend changes to manufacturing capacity to ensure alignment with production schedules.
• Plans and forecast for future inventory levels based on sales forecast, current inventory levels and purchase orders.
• Monitors variations in forecast and inventory levels, and performs corrective actions as needed which could include recommendation on outsourcing of product.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Automotive Tier I and/or Tier II manufacturing experience helpful
• Strong mathematical skills
• Strong Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Applications and documentation skills
• Work as a team member as well as dependant and self-directed
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and the ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Degree:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience within this discipline.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

Roki America Co., Ltd offers an excellent compensation and benefits package

If you are interested in this position please contact Rick Vonderheide

PRODUCTION SCHEDULER

JOB PURPOSE:

Plan, coordinate and expedite production schedules. Oversee the work flow, material and labor required to ensure finished goods that are of good quality, meeting customer demands and on time delivery.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, maintain and review the master production schedule.
• Confer with manufacturing and customers to coordinate production and shipping activities, resolve complaints and/or eliminate delays.
• Compile reports on progress of work, inventory levels, costs and production problems.
• Schedule and coordinate the flow of work within or between departments of a manufacturing facility.

Daily Tasks:

• Maintain inventory levels necessary to meet customer demands
• Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, material and labor issues or other interruptions.
• Confer with department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates.
• Prepare reports for Management regarding schedules, material problems, manning issues or anything that will prevents meeting customer demands.
• Distribute production schedules to required departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Automotive Tier I and/or Tier II manufacturing experience helpful
• Strong Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Applications and documentation skills
• Work as a team member as well as dependant and self-directed
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and the ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Degree:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience within this discipline.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

Roki America Co., Ltd offers an excellent compensation and benefits package

If you are interested in this position please contact Rick Vonderheide

Our client in Lexington is seeking a Materials Negotiator for their manufacturing facility.  The person selected for this position will research, evaluate, select, approve, and manage suppliers for purchased materials requirements, optimize the best possible price, delivery, and payment terms, and cultivate the ongoing relationship for maximum benefit to the company, execute all aspects of the procurement process as required, seeking at all times to optimize Quality, Cost, and Delivery.

Successful applicant will identify sources for production components and negotiate the best price and terms, work with Quality Assurance, Design Engineering, and Suppliers to reconcile quality issues, maintain IVR’s on all parts with activity, communicate and manage supplier ratings with suppliers as appropriate, generate purchase orders from MRP or other demand, monitor open purchase orders to meet changing schedule requirements (cancel, defer, expedite, etc.), balance purchase orders with inventory conditions and demand requirements at all times to minimize inventory investment, identify and implement cost reduction opportunities, plan and facilitate cost targets, quality targets, with minimum lead time, working with suppliers to meet targets, and work with Design Engineering throughout the product development cycle to ensure the most cost-effective design. Project Management skills a plus.

4 year college degree (Business, Materials Management, Engineering or related field) is required in addition to 4 years experience as a buyer or planner in manufacturing is preferred.  CPM/CPSM Highly Preferred.

Candidates should also understand and have practiced Lean Manufacturing and ISO 9000 Principles, be able to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications, knowledgeable with inventory management and control principles, proficient in MS Word, Excel, (able to create simple formulae and to sort workbooks by column etc), proficient in MS outlook, able to send and view e-mail, maintain calendar and to send and view meeting invitations using Calendar.

Selected candidates should possess strong communication and negotiation skills, be a consistent team player, with ability to simultaneously manage multiple priorities successfully, and work productively with frequent interruptions.

Interested candidates should email an MS Word version of their resume to

Please visit our website at www.cmiconsulting.com to view other opportunities.

CMI maintains the strictest confidence as it relates to all candidate conversations and will not distribute a candidate’s resume without the prior approval of the candidate.

Position: Strategic Sourcing

Location: Toledo Ohio area (some relocation assistance available)

Salary range: 60 – 70K + profit sharing

Our industry leading industrial and consumer products manufacturing client is recruiting for a Strategic Sourcing professional to lead their efforts in the support of new product introduction and submission activities,  new supplier development, execution of purchase orders with suppliers, and contract negotiations.

This position will require;

• Five+ years of experience of purchasing or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• C.P.M. certification is preferred
• BS / BA in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business, or related
• Excellent work history required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills  (Microsoft Office, ERP Systems)
• Some domestic and international travel required.

Please send resumes in MS Word to :

All interested candidates please send your resume to

All interested applicants please contact Gordy Hunt at 419-517-6863 or at

Materials Manager 

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Plant Manager, is responsible for all the Material Control activities in the plant, including inventory control and shipping and receiving. Responsible for production scheduling and ensures that all shipments to customers are made on time with the proper quantity and quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer releases.

• Project press loads and manpower requirements based on customer releases.
• Authorized to release or supervise the release of raw materials, purchased parts, and outside processing to meet production schedules.
• Authorized to reject raw materials due to quality problems or overshipment.
• Responsible for directing the scheduling, unloading, and storage procedures for all raw materials and work in process.
• Maintain total inventory accuracy by supervising cycle counts and reviewing production records.
• Authorized to interface with Customers to resolve shipping discrepancies or damages from shipping in order to respond to Debit Memos.
• Confirm and review the weekly customer releases.
• Attend daily production meetings and explain concerns regarding schedules and shipping requirements.
• Interfaces with corporate purchasing and engineering to insure that purchased parts required for new product launches are received on a timely basis.
• Schedule and coordinate material/equipment shipments by company owned vehicles for Midway Products Group
• Authorized to initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, processes and quality system.
• Promote team and internal advancement.
• Performs Weekly Bar Code Label Audits.
• Supports MOS efforts with regard to shipping accuracy, inventory turns, and cycle loss.
• Responsible for continuous improvement in the shipping and receiving area as well as the material processes.

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

A 4 year degree in Materials Management or a Business related field is preferred with a minimum of 5 years of materials management experience.

All interested applicants please contact Gordy Hunt at 419-517-6863 or at

Cintas Corporation in Chicago, IL

Production Planning Forecast Analyst – requisition # 10121347

Cintas is looking for a Production Planning Forecast Analyst  to develop a consensus forecast for all required materials in a product line. The Forecast Analyst will be responsible for providing inputs into the consensus forecast. Meet regularly with Global Supply Chain customers to solicit feedback (on uniform budgets, program changeovers, employee trends, etc.) to forecast on future demand trends.  The Forecast Analyst will also need to interpret all customer and historic data and properly analyze this information to aid in the development of the consensus forecast.

Candidates will need to apply on the Cintas website in order to be considered for this role.

Raw Material Buyer – requisition # 10119983

The Global Supply Chain Division of Cintas is currently looking for Raw Material Buyer to analyze, procure, schedule, transfer and allocate raw materials at optimal cost, while meeting or exceeding inventory expectations.  Be proactive in communicating any vendor related issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, 4 year degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of garment industry experience and/or supply chain management experience required
• Knowledge of and experience using Internet/Intranet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Ability to effectively communicate in English and another language – verbally and in writing – preferred

Our Raw Material Buyers enjoy:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k)/Profit sharing/ESOP
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• Disability and Life Insurance Package
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Candidates will need to apply on the Cintas website in order to be considered for the role.

CMI Consulting, LLC is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Assistant Purchasing Manager position on behalf of their client, an automotive manufacturer located in central Kentucky .

This position will have supervision responsibilities of an established Purchasing Staff with duties to include oversight of daily activities within the department.

The ideal candidate will have proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and vendors and follow company guidelines with regards to maintaining competitive pricing, ensuring consistency with company objectives and business ethics.

The preferred candidate must be familiar with developing specifications, approving requisitions, selecting sources and maintaining vendor relationships.  Experience in purchasing materials, components, equipment and a service with the most favorable cost is a requirement.

Position requires a four year degree and a minimum of eight years of purchasing experience with a minimum of five years’ experience in the automotive industry.  Some travel will be required for this position.  Client offers a competitive starting salary and attractive benefits package.

Interested candidates should email an MS Word version of their resume to

Please visit our website at www.cmiconsulting.com to view other opportunities.

CMI maintains the strictest confidence as it relates to all candidate conversations and will not distribute a candidate’s resume without the prior approval of the candidate.

Materials Manager

Toledo Tool & Die Company, a family-operated business, was founded in 1940 on the principle; Provide effective solutions for our customers and deliver what we promise. TTD provides full service solutions from tooling design; in-house tool builds through high volume, mass production of stampings and stamping assemblies. We have a diverse customer base, whereby TTD stampings are located in vehicles for the following Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs): Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda and Nissan.

Job Summary
Plan, direct and coordinate the activities related to purchasing materials, products and services.

Summary of essential job functions
• Represent the company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying and distributing materials and supplies.
• Locate suitable vendors of materials, equipment and supplies and determine product availability and terms of sales.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for materials, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
• Resolve vendor and/or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
• Forecast material requirements
• Other tasks as directed by the CEO/President
• Authority to stop production if unsafe conditions or poor quality exist.

Minimum Job Qualifications
• A Bachelor of Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• At least seven (7) years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience in a manufacturing environment is needed for this occupation. Preferably with a metal stampings background in an OEM or Tier I/II supplier in the automotive environment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Knowledge of MRP Systems
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Applicants who are interested in this vacancy and meet the minimum job qualification may e-mail their resume and cover letter with salary history to  or mail their resume to:

TTD Human Resources, 105 W. Alexis Road, Toledo OH 43612