Materials Inventory Control Manager SG32

Requisition Summary

The position is responsible for managing Peterbilt’s demand planning group. The position leads the design, development, and implementation of programs and processes related to demand planning of Peterbilt material.

The ideal candidate is an innovative and proactive leader with demonstrated success at driving continuous improvement. Fact-based decision making is a requirement for success.

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.  PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Division Information

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride.  Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Direct manager for 10-12 employees.

• Establish and sustain standards that support production schedules.

• Champion process improvement to lower costs and improve materials availability, and actively recommend and implement improvements to processes, equipment, and working conditions.

• Responsible for managing inventory level and part demand planning activities.

• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators for department

• Developing and Leading Material flow strategy and vision.

• Maintain communication of parts availability with production and materials personnel.

• Perform special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Technical truck knowledge preferred.
• Experience managing production, materials or logistics in the automotive industry preferred.
• Five years of previous supervisory experience.
• Experience with general materials metrics, materials flow, and inventory measures.
• Proven success with change management utilizing tools such as Lean manufacturing and six sigma.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and distribute resources accordingly.
• Ability to perform production planning and resource coordination.
• Take initiative and champion improvement projects through completion.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

General Description of All Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health saving account (HSA)
• Paid short-and-long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups - The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women's Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership & Development (B.O.L.D), and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).

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