JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Materials Manager leads the activities related to the purchase of material, material planning, production planning, and inventory control within GE Healthcare Ultrasound. Will coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers and also from/to other plants) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Lead and manage projects that positively impact material execution. Proven team leader for teams with individual contributors and managers. Has input into priorities for site. The role has moderate autonomy and requires high levels of operational judgment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Technical or related discipline
• 5+ years of experience with demonstrated success in roles across supply chain, site, and manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated success managing projects
• Extensive knowledge/experience with optimizing materials management procedures
• Solid understanding of materials management, MRP, MPS and procurement
• Experience managing a team and developing resource talent
• Track record of driving improvements using a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Manage master planning, material processes and systems, prepare and update production schedules and purchasing needs. Ensure operational alignment with production plan and KPIs. Optimize inventory and process improvements.
• Develop specialized knowledge in materials planning. Serves as best practice/quality resource. Has awareness of latest technical developments. Contributes towards site strategy and policy development and ensures delivery within area of responsibility.
• Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own role integrates with others.
• Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex materials tasks or problems. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support materials and inventory recommendations. Uses internal and external sources to help with decision making process.
• Acts as a site mentor for materials management. Will lead projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains and coaches on difficult or sensitive information and works to build consensus as a subject expert. Expected to influence others cross functionally on topics within field, and toward improving local process and plans.