Job Description Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, components and supplies for chemical reactors, paint making, packaging & bulk material deliveries.
- Interview Staff and oversee staff training.
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
- Develop and implement purchasing instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
- Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
- Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
- Prepare plant schedule for filling, batch making, and bulk deliveries.
- Provide year end data for environmental permits, etc.
- Manage cycle counts & investigate discrepancies exceeding corporate standards.
- supervise & develop materials department staff.
- Coordinate with corporate & plant personnel to achieve monthly volume requirements.
- Communicate with Supervisors, peers, or subordinates: provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.
- Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.
- Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.
- Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.
- Treat people with dignity and respect.
- Conduct all business with integrity.
- Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in business, Chemistry or Supply Chain.
- 5-10 years of management experience in manufacturing/chemical processing environment.
- Prior SAP/ERP system experience preferred but not required.
- Prior paint manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
- Ability to supervise/manage associates.
- Proven abilities to successfully drive continuous improvement, manage multiple priorities, and multitask.
- Ability to collaborate well with other peer groups.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.