Eaton's EPG LAC PD Power Distribution division is currently seeking a Materials Manager - LATAM. Add sentence or two about what the business does/manufactures. Example - We are a leader in....

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　　What you'll do:

　　PRIMARY FUNCTION:

　　The LATAM Materials Manager will be responsible for planning, developing, directing, and coordinating the materials management function continuous improvement strategy, which includes deployment, training, and mentoring LATAM Group facilities on the Eaton Lean Six Sigma - ELSS, Operations Assessment (OPA), EBSA, EBS SCM Tools, and Continuous Improvement (CIF) integration. Responsible to lead the Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process for the LATAM group to develop plans to meet business and financial objectives. Cross-functional collaboration will be key within the group and Sector to synchronize demand, supply and finance plans while balancing service level and inventory value. In addition, deep analytical skills will be pivotal to support SIOP demand planning, operational execution, and financial alignment.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　• Lead the integrated SIOP program for all operations to achieve financial objectives and lead the SIOP process deployment and maturity.

　　• Responsible of the Inter Units SIOP and Materials planning for LATAM

　　• Recommend, develop, and manage plans to improve materials management, logistics and procurement processes and results, Utilizing Eaton Business System (EBS).

　　• Lead Supply Chain Business Process Improvement activities (Rapid Improvement Events, Value Stream Mapping, 5S+, Boot Camps etc.). Monitors and tracks performance improvement related to activities and implements process checks to ensure sustained performance.

　　• Responsible for Days on Hand target and materials driven On Time Performance improvement actions, working with plants to identify and execute on improvement projects.

　　• Lead Supply Chain Digitization efforts by developing/ identifying automation opportunties for reports, processes and tools related to SIOP and Materials Management.

　　• Work with stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Finance and Operations to ensure division end-to-end operational goals are met/exceeded.

　　• Work closely with Division Continious Improvement team to develop a roadmap for functional maturity in OpA & EBS.

　　• Support plant supply chain managers in completing Eaton Business Excellence Assessment (EBEA) and Operations Assessment (OpA) related activities.

　　• Lead On-time delivery, Inventory Optimization and Materials Excellence projects for LATAM divisions, distribution center and manufacturing facilities.

　　• Lead LATAM Lean Material Flow (ELSS) journey, working with plant OpEx and Supply Chain Managers to develop a pipeline of LTL and LTE certified individuals at the division and manufacturing facility level.

　　• Reviews and audits manufacturing facility supply chain processes to ensure process improvements completed and assessed in functional assessments are maintained.

　　• Develop training, standard work and work instructions for various supply chain roles, ensuring development of materials management expertise in new and existing SCM employees.

　　• Identifies and Implements goals and initiatives policies, procedures, and requirements change across the division and the organization

　　• Leads and supports Physical Inventory and Cycle Count processes to drive enhancements to material availability and accuracy.

　　• Benchmark and shares best practices with other Eaton divisions.

　　Qualifications:

　　BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

　　• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

　　• A minimum of eight (8) years of work experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.

　　• A minimum of three (3) years of work experience with Mapics/SAP

　　• A minimum of five (5) years of work experience in Supply Chain role

　　• A minimum of five (5) years managing people or project team

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　• Master's degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited institution.

　　• Lean Six Sigma Certification

　　• CPIM/ APICS Certification

　　• Continuous Improvement (CI) Certifications

　　POSITION SUCCESS CRITERIA:

　　• Effective written and verbal communication skills

　　• Process focused with continuous improvement mindset

　　• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Visio, Project)

　　• Project management, including full comprehension of the Prolaunch Process

　　• Demonstrated comprehension of the Eaton Business System (EBS)

　　We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.