Materials Manager jobs in Hialeah, FL

SUMMARY:

A Materials Manager is responsible for the company’s needs for inventory and supplies by managing vendor relationships, assessing supply needs, and coordinating delivery schedules. Their duties include training operations staff, creating and signing purchase orders, and tracking the flow of inventory through the company’s supply chain.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: 

1. Evaluating suppliers on the basis of delivery speed for their products and services, price, and quality
2. Negotiate credit terms with suppliers and request all vendor forms before creating the vendor on the company’s system
3. Interviewing vendors and visiting supplier distribution centers and plants to examine and learn about prices, products, and services.
4. Meeting with vendors and staff to discuss unacceptable and defective products and establish corrective action
5. Evaluating and monitoring contracts to ensure suppliers and vendors are complying with terms and conditions
6. Responsible party for physical inventory counts when requested
7. Maintain an inspection and calibration program for all precision measuring devices and other tools requiring calibration.
8. Maintaining and reviewing records of inventories, product performance, deliveries, costs, and items purchased
9. Responsible for the creating and understanding of Purchasing and Materials Reports.
10. Oversee the proper storage and shelf-life audits of hazardous consumable products are conducted.
11. Maintain reports and files as established by the Stores Manager or his designee
12. Performed other duties as assigned by the Director of Accounting Processes and Controls.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Analytical skills for evaluating and choosing suppliers offering the best combination of service, delivery, quality, and price
2. Math skills for comparing prices from various suppliers and ensuring the organization is receiving the best deal
3. Interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and negotiating skills for establishing contracts with suppliers and vendors.
4. Strong communication and people skills
5. Good organizational and multitasking abilities
6. Decision-making skills
7. Problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Exposed to high levels of noise
2. Able to lift fifty (50) pounds without mechanical assistance
3. Able to bend, twist, squat and lift
4. Able to access aircraft maintenance areas of the hangar

DESIRED SKILLS:

1. Teamwork attitude
2. Problem-solving skills
3. Proficient communication skills
4. Great sense of Organizational skills
5. Perseverance and motivation