Design, develop, and implement the direct material procurement strategy based on the different categories with aim to improve material availability.
Develop and lead PFEP within the business.
Own inventory plan for the spend.
Identify and drive continuous improvement projects within the business to improve supplier OTD, reduce LT, reduce inventory etc.
Define and track KPIs to ensure controls are being maintained to deliver world-class service to internal and external customers.
Work with global SIOP team to develop forecast for inbound materials.
Carry out risk mitigation plans to avoid production shortages in conjunction with procurement teams.
Monitors expedite costs.
Work closely with procurement organization to assure strategies in line with category are implemented while balancing operational needs.
Drive SCAR, 8D improvements in-conjunction with supplier quality engineer and procurement.
Improve utilization of SAP and other standard business tools within the tactical organization.
To make sure quality policy and objectives are being upheld in line with KION policies for inbound materials. Leverage factory quality resources, supplier development teams to improve key quality matrix as needed.
Follow and comply with all rules of environment, health, and safety. Encourage similar culture within the department.
Follow Compliance Policy and ensure adherence of the policy within the department.
Authorities
Authorization of air and land Expedites.
Owns keeping relevant master data in SAP up to date within the department.
Inventory financial forecast.
Purchase projection forecast.
Material reserve for adjustments.
Develop talent pipeline within organization.
Tasks and Qualifications:
Qualifications and Knowledge
5 plus years in material planning process, demand forecasting and, inventory management.
3 plus years' experience in people management preferred.
Experience in dealing with international suppliers preferred.
Advanced transactions and reports in SAP preferred.
Desirable APICS CPIM.
Experience with lean six sigma and continuous improvement projects preferred.
Advanced excel.
Experience in project-based manufacturing environment.
