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Stryker is seeking an Advanced Sourcing Specialist for its Portage, Mich., operation.

The Advance Sourcing Specialist is a key team member in the Advance Sourcing team that contributes to new product innovation by working with suppliers and engineering teams to move a product from concept to market launch and hand off to Operations.

Primary responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the purchasing function within appropriate guidelines, policies and regulations.

• Initiates RFQ on newly created designs, driving for open book pricing in all cases with supply base.

• Negotiates pricing to meet project cost targets.

• Analysis of supplier quotes, total cost model, capacity and ability to manufacture to requirements. Recommends and awards new business to approved suppliers.

• Responsible for ordering of engineering samples, prototypes, pre•launch quantities as needed.

• Procures parts for new products to an established product launch schedule and cost target.

• Orders First Articles/PPAP with diligent follow up on delivery commitments and supplier’s key milestone dates.

• Orders production level tooling, solicits tooling time lines from suppliers and monitor’s suppliers’ adherence to time line.

• Updates Fandango or other tracking systems used to manage projects.

• Sets up JDE part, established standard costs, and routes Supplier Item Pricing (SIP) forms for all assigned part numbers.

• Constant communication with Advance Sourcing Leads/Project Lead on status of project.

• Sets up Plan For Every Part (PFEP) on all assigned part numbers.

• Executes Supplier Ramp Up forms to support NPD launch.

• Visits suppliers to learn processes and core competencies, active support role in the development of long term sourcing strategies.

• Team with Commodity Manager and active participant in contract negotiations.

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with Commodity Manager, providing input to Supplier Quality Business Reviews, long term sourcing strategy and monthly supplier metrics/performance.

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with Advance Sourcing Leads, Advance Sourcing Engineer’s, Design engineers and project team members.

• Manages suppliers performance and develops as required in support of NPD project time lines and performance.

• Ensures compliance with all regulatory and compliance activities within prescribed area to include, but not limited to: Federal Drug Administration, Good Manufacturing Practices, ISO standards, safety and OSHA regulations, affirmative action guidelines, and equal employment practices.

• Contributes to leading in product innovation by listening and working with others and contributing new ideas.

• Focuses on customer satisfaction by demonstrated teamwork and empowerment, solving problems through a consultative approach, operating with honesty and integrity and providing a highly responsive and unsurpassed level of customer service.

• Committed to quality by striving for reliability and quality in our products, continuously searching for ways to enhance performance and meeting all training and documentation criteria.

• Responsible for training and mentoring other Procurement teammates which contribute to the success of team members.

Qualifications/Work Experience

• 2+ years experience in purchasing or commodity management within a manufacturing environment.

• Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Strong relationship skills to develop mentor and improve supplier performance.
Understanding of project management process.

• Ability to make decisions regarding materials, planning, and supplier relationships.
PC literate with strong knowledge of planning systems/approaches and measurement tools essential.

Education 
• Bachelors degree in business or related discipline
• MBA a plus, but not required. More than two years experience in manufacturing, purchasing, and production planning

Qualifications/Work Experience
Percent Travel Required: 5 to 10 percent

About this company
Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies with the most broadly based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties.

NSG Pilkington seeks Quality Engineer for its Niles operation. 

Job description
Primary Duties:
• Work with production as a bridge between Quality and Manufacturing to resolve quality and system issues.
• Drive preventive actions for resolution.
• Translate the customer requirements into production specifications, control plans, and process FMEAs.  A multi-functional team for each part of the process usually defines the process FMEA.
• Conduct weekly quality improvement meeting
• Drive PNCA process
• Provide input to the design and planning of production equipment to ensure it meets customer needs.
• Travel to customer locations to resolve quality concerns.
• Certified TS16949 auditor
• Ensure that full consideration is given to environmental, health and safety, and legal requirements during the development of new products.
• Assist in ensuring the success of the first production trials.
• Lead and monitor PPM improvement efforts for new and existing parts.
• Lead corrective action tracking and activities for customer complaints and audits.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.

Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications Required:
• Bachelors degree (engineering preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years related manufacturing experience
• Excellent analytical and  problem solving skills as well as the ability to effectively interact with all levels
• Excellent communication and human relation skills. 
• High energy, self-starting individual with ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to travel.
• Certified TS16949 auditor
• Understand customer systems, GM, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota, Nissan

Qualifications Desired:
• Advanced degree in engineering
• Blackbelt/Greenbelt certification
• Program management experience

NSG Pilkington one of the world's leading manufacturers of glass and glazing systems in three major business areas; Building Products, Automotive and Technical Glass.

NSG Pilkington operates in three main sectors: Architectural supplies glass for architectural and Solar Energy applications. Automotive serves the original equipment, aftermarket replacement and specialized transport glazing markets. Technical Glass products include very thin glass for displays, lenses and light guides for printers, and glass fiber, used in battery separators and engine timing belts.

The company has major market shares in most building and automotive product markets of the world, with a broad geographic reach, enabling us to respond to customers whose operations, particularly in the case of automotive OE, are increasingly global.

MANN+HUMMEL Group is seeking a Director of Human Resources for its Kalamazoo operation. 

Job description
SUMMARY: The person who accepts this position will be responsible, directly or through subordinates, for all Human Resources activities for MANN+HUMMEL U.S.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Participate on the MANN+HUMMEL U.S. leadership team to represent the interests of employees and the human resources of the organization.

• Perform strategic human resource planning for MANN+HUMMEL U.S.

• Deliver tactical implementation of human resource plans and activities in the South Bend location.

• Manage the HR department budget.

• Participate in MANN+HUMMEL U.S. manpower planning.

• Lead the organizational recruiting, selection and employment process.

• Lead new employee orientation.

• Perform as the MANN+HUMMEL U.S. EEO Coordinator responsible for preparation of the AAP and performing investigations and resolving issues and concerns.

• Lead MANN+HUMMEL U.S. employee relations activities in order to maintain a high level of employee morale and the organizations non-union status.

• Conduct periodic employee attitude survey and survey response action plan.

• Administer the employee complaint and grievance procedure.

• Administer the employee attendance policy and procedures.

• Administer temporary employment services through outside vendors.

• Review separation decisions and prepare all associated paperwork.

• Interview and assess voluntary turnover for cause, effect and corrective action.

• Develop and administer employee policies and procedures.

• Lead employee discipline administration

• Direct compensation administration, including: compensation philosophy and policy compliance, job classification system, job descriptions, internal equity, external surveying and equity.

• Direct performance evaluation policy administration.

• Direct benefits planning and administration for medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K, educational reimbursement and other voluntary benefit plans.

• Direct immigration compliance.

• Direct payroll administration.

• Direct training activities including environmental training.

• Participates on Management Staff in reviewing the plant EMS.

• Provide industrial and public relations services for the plants.

• Direct the support of Quality Systems compliance through conducting needs assessments and assessment of training effectiveness.

• Direct worker’s compensation; safety and health compliance.

• Direct HR record keeping.

• Direct planning and organization of Company sponsored social functions.

• Coordination of human resource activities with MH Corporate.

• Provided leadership, direction and management support to employees in the HR department.

• Assure organizational compliance with HR, Labor and Health and Safety legislation and governmental reporting.

• Keep current on Human Resources management trends and legal developments.

• Provides public relations services to the plant.

• Support the EMR in providing resources adequate to achieve environmental objectives and targets and proper implementation of the EMS

• Must have knowledge of and adhere to current Quality System requirements that relate to this job.

• Other duties as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages four direct reports (Compensation and Benefits Administrator, HR Representative, Payroll Specialist and Communications Coordinator).  Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Desired Skills and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or Industrial Psychology or an associated field.

• Ten or more years of progressively responsible HR experience with exposure to both tactical and strategic human resources activities.

• At least five years in a direct supervisory capacity;

• Strong working knowledge of Federal and Michigan and IndianaState laws in the areas of employment, human resources, wage and benefits, safety and health.

• Must have the interpersonal skills necessary to resolve conflicts and to relate to employees in all levels throughout the Company.

• Above average computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

• Must complete New Employee Orientation, Quality Systems Overview, Team Problem Solving, and Train-the-Trainer courses in addition to any training  identified by department management.

About the MANN+HUMMEL Group 
 
The MANN+HUMMEL Group is a leading global expert for filtration solutions and development partner and original equipment supplier to the international automotive and mechanical engineering industries. Employing 14,575 people at more than 50 locations worldwide, the company achieved turnover of about 2.6 billion euro in 2012. The group’s product portfolio includes air filter systems, intake manifold systems, liquid filter systems, cabin filters and plastic sound components (known as 'symposers'), as well as filter elements for vehicle servicing and repair. For general engineering, process engineering and industrial manufacturing sectors the company’s product range includes industrial filters, a series of products to reduce carbon emission levels in diesel engines, membrane filters for water filtration and filter systems. Further information about MANN+HUMMEL can be found at www.mann-hummel.com.

Aleris International is seeking a Plant Manager for its facility in Coldwater. 

Job description
Our Recycling & Specification Alloys Americas division is seeking to add a talented Plant Manager to its Operations team at our facility in Coldwater, MI. The purpose of this role is to provide overall direction and leadership to the Coldwater (North) facility.  The plant manager is responsible for developing and driving the execution of business plans to deliver on financial commitments.

Responsibilities Include:

• Drive and develop the culture of safety first. Accountable for the safety of all plant personnel, contractors and visitors to the facility.

• Develop, implement, and manage facility business plans to achieve operating budgets and sales goals.

• Responsible for managing communications with customers and ensuring meeting quality standards, OTIF requirements and issue resolution.

• Taking responsibility for the overall direction of the facility, and carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable environmental regulations, while driving environmental excellence.

• Manage resources to maximize returns and drive employee development, productivity and asset utilization.

• Ensure compliance to budget and production schedules, monitors production output and quality data, and oversees compiling of reports for management review.

• Oversee major capital, construction, and maintenance programs.

• Interact with customers, suppliers, vendors, and public government agencies.

• Participate in planning and providing information to support business unit activities.

• Manage employee relations.

• Complete other assignments as requested.

Desired Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, engineering, or other program with relevant manufacturing experience.

• Minimum five years of experience in a manufacturing operations role.

• Minimum three years managerial experience.

• Working knowledge of Lean required Black Belt certification desirable.

• Willingness to relocate within the Aleris organization.

• Proficient in computer usage and Microsoft Office 

• Proven ability to function with minimal supervision while also leading others toward project goals.

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to plan and organize effective and efficiently.

• Results and detail oriented.

• Willingness to travel as necessary.

About this company
Aleris is a privately-held, global leader in aluminum rolled products and extrusions, aluminum recycling and specification alloy production. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Aleris operates more than 40 production facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. 

Major customers include some of the world’s largest companies in the aerospace, building and construction, containers and packaging, metal distribution, and transportation industries. Aleris serves these customers with its low-cost, flexible, technically advanced and strategically located manufacturing operations supported by industry-leading research and development.

For more information, visit the Aleris website.

Stryker Corp. is looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager for its Kalamazoo operation.

JOB DESCRIPTION
This position will provide support for Corporate FP&A by serving as a well rounded finance resource, able to provide accurate and timely analyses and insights to the Stryker executive team, including the CEO, CFO, CAO, and Board of Directors. This position will be a critical resource in the development and preparation of standard financial reporting packages, in responding to ad hoc financial requests from executive management, and in defining and executing on the processes through which the Corporate FP&A department accomplishes its tasks. This position is highly visible, and daily interaction is expected with members of the global Stryker finance community.

POSITION DUTIES (TASKS, FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES)
• Preparation and delivery of recurring management reporting packages

• Coordinate and communicate with Stryker global finance network to facilitate consolidated reporting requirements

• Ad Hoc reporting based on requests from executive management

• Perform analytical reviews of various financial models, including business cases, capital requests, and M&A.

• Support the annual budgeting / strategic planning process through financial modeling and analysis, template and process development, ensuring organizational coordination, and development of presentation materials.

• Driver of continuous improvement with respect to existing processes and deliverables.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION /WORK EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS)
• Strong analytical skills, as well as business acumen and ability to apply independent judgment.

• Detailed oriented yet capable of grasping the big picture.

• Able to work under time pressures without comprising accuracy.

• Ability to concisely convey key messages based on output of data analyses.

• Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint, advanced HFM skills.

• Collaborative and flexible with a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, 5-8 years of financial analysis background required with financial modeling preferred.

Percent Travel Required
5-10 percent 

Flowserve is seeking an Applications Engineer/System Specialist for its Kalamazoo operation. 

Job Description

The Application Engineer/System Specialist is expected to manage projects in support of engineering contractors and major Oil & Gas companies worldwide. It is a technical and commercial support position involving working with multiple product lines from the preliminary stage of a project through the award of a contract. The AE/System Specialist interacts with customers both internal and external to the company specifically on detailed questions regarding mechanical seal support systems with emphasis in the HPI Market.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 2 years relevant experience in rotating equipment or hydraulic and pneumatic design.

• Able to read, write and communicate in English.

• Independent worker with good analytical skills.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, team player with “can-do” attitude.

• Good knowledge on IT software (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Able to work with all levels of people from different cultures/backgrounds.

The person chosen for this position will be part of a team known for its industry-leading talent, unparalleled portfolio and unmatched commitment to customer success. Flowserve's culture promotes recognition and rewards creativity, hard work, and commitment. Flowserve invites you to put your talents and experience in motion with Flowserve. 

Flowserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Parker is seeking a Value Stream Team Leader for its Otsego operation. This is a full-time job as a manager in manufacturing and production.

Job Description

Position Summary:?Responsibility for leading operation of one or more plant value streams.  Implements under the direction of the Value Stream Manager the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, drive quality improvements, provide premier customer service, develop a qualified workforce, reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements.  Oversee day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and annual expectations.

The person who is accepted for this position has direct reports.

He or she is responsible for developing and leading associates, employment decisions and performance assessments of an assigned plant value stream(s).  

Responsible for leading all aspects of the plant value stream(s) under the direction of the Value Stream Manager to include: associate development, utilization of team consensus to evaluate decisions, ensure rapid implementation of decisions, budget development and adherence, employment decisions related to associates and performance assessment of Group Leaders and associates.

?Essential Functions

?The Value Stream Team Leader will meet with the Value Stream associates regularly. Reflecting on problems, solutions and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement. 

Leads the plant value stream(s) in daily operations and continuous improvements, which include but are not limited to: supply chain, production control, manufacturing priorities and coordination between all shifts in the value stream. The Value Stream Team Leader will assist the Value Stream Manager to create continuous product flow, utilize pull systems and to level the workload.

Create the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work and processes are followed, needed adjustments are implemented and the area is compliant with safety and 5S requirements.

Instill and maintain a positive team atmosphere in the Value Stream(s); hold regular team meetings and assign team member tasks and coordinate support activities form departments outside of the team. Utilize PDCA in conjunction with Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.

Provide effective cross training for Value Stream associates and backups from other value streams to assure the continuous smooth running of the value stream.  Encourage team to stop and fix problems in order to get quality right the first time.

Work with the Value Stream Manager to develop the future state value stream map and manage the plans to achieve it as documented in the Value Steam Tracking Center.  In addition, the Team Leader works with the Group Leader and the Value Stream Team to maintain Team Improvement Boards. A visually controlled environment must be developed to assure no problems are hidden. 
Job Requirements :

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• 3-5 years’ management or supervisory experience.

• Sufficient background in accounting, PC skills, manufacturing, human resource management and inventory control. 

• Demonstrated teamwork and teambuilding skills. Ability to assess and develop individual and team skills and capabilities.  Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for challenges. Serve as model by promoting safety, new ideas and positive change.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with LEAN teams or leading LEAN teams is preferred.

?Additional Comments:? The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

The Post Cereal tradition dates back to 1895 when C. W. Post made his first batch of Postum in a little white barn in Battle Creek, Michigan. Since then, Post has grown into a brand leader -- one of the top three in the cereal industry -- that nourishes people’s lives with delicious cereals. Post Cereal continues to grow with national favorites like Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity and Cocoa Pebbles, and Grape-Nuts, and we are always looking for new products, employees and innovations to keep our business thriving. 

Battle Creek is Post Cereal's R&D and Operations headquarters, covering four cereal processing campuses. Post Cereal is looking for an experienced Research and Development Manager that can lead our Innovation and Renovation efforts for a portion of the Post cereals portfolio. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Key Results areas:

As a Scientist II this person is responsible for leading mid-size product development projects for new products, quality improvements and cost savings initiatives from ideation through commercialization. The person in this position will design, plan, and execute product/process development activities such as: developing timetables, actively interfacing and coordinating activities with cross-functional team members to meet project goals, conducting pilot plant trials and plant trials, and supporting scale-up and launch plans. 

Job Duties:

• Manage multiple mid-size projects simultaneously. Independently develop project objectives. Responsible for product/process development and all product specification documentation; key partner on process specifications.

• Plan and execute pilot plant/plant experiments with input from manager. Co-lead consumer test design and execution. Interprets results using technical knowledge and skills and provides recommendations/Business solutions. 

• Actively seeks to continuously enhance technical skills, demonstrates technical expertise in a chosen technical area and provides technical expertise to the manufacturing facilities and other junior scientists.

• Develops strong cross functional relationships and acts as R&D lead on cross-functional teams by providing technical expertise and appropriate linkages to all critical functions.

• Articulates understanding and knowledge of strategic business planning.

• Direct management of interns/co-ops and up to 1 Technical Professionals while maintaining own project work.

• Responsible for technical and professional development of all direct reports. 

• Maintains lab notebook and appropriate research documents and reports

• Other special projects and duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience
Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related discipline. A MS is preferred.

• A minimum of 5-9 years’ experience in product development.

• Demonstrate strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Knowledgeable in formulation and ingredient functionality.

• Demonstrated success in resolving complex technical issues in an Operations environment.

• Excellent cross functional communication skills across all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing.

• Demonstrated knowledge in food chemistry and food processing. Scientific leadership skills.

• Ability to travel up to 25 percent.

• Ability to stand 10-plus hours during pilot plant/plant testing days and ability to lift 50 pounds.


Post is a preferred employer in the Battle Creek area and offers a competitive compensation package. A relocation package is available for the right candidate.

Post Foods is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse workplace that re?ects the communities in which we live and work. Post Cereal ?rmly believes that diversity makes us a better organization, gives us a broader perspective, leads to a higher quality of work and enriches the work atmosphere. It is Post’s goal to support and promote diversity so that all employees feel welcome, included, valued, supported and able to succeed.

Company Description
Post has enriched the lives of consumers, bringing quality foods to the breakfast table since the company’s founding in 1895. 

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Quality Manager for its operations functions in  Marshall. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in automotive manufacturing and product management.

Job Description
The person who accepts this position is responsible for co-leading the quality function for all North America automotive operation locations in the U.S. and Mexico. Partner with manufacturing site quality managers to manage relevant Eaton Business System tools, group and regional business systems (quality specific), and requirements to support customer satisfaction in each regional manufacturing site. Identify quality gaps in assigned manufacturing sites and technical centers, develop site specific actions which are monitored and closed effectively and efficiently. Focus on PROLaunch new product development launch activities to ensure flawless launch of new products. Functionally support manufacturing site supplier quality function and ensure all of the supplier quality tools are appropriately used to manage the supply base.

The person in this position has direct responsibility for leading the quality customer service organization. This includes managing work deployment, work quality, individual development and performance management for the team. In addition this position is the first line contact and liaison between our customers, Eaton engineering, and Eaton plant operations.

Some of the essential functions of this position include:
A. Responsibility for advanced product quality planning by analyzing, assessing and mitigating the risks associated with product launches. Drive quality processes and metrics associated with product launches.

B. Provide quality leadership for Eaton plant operations to ensure sufficient quality support for customer satisfaction, use of Eaton tools for continuous improvement and support of Eaton Business System requirements.

C. Interface directly with the customer on manufacturing quality related issues including reporting, problem analysis and system audits.

D. Provide quality leadership for process and product control including the identification and implementation of appropriate six sigma / statistical techniques.

E. Assist the region in the deployment, verification and maintenance of business systems that comply with industry requirements and Eaton Business System practices.

F. Support systemic quality system gaps by assisting plant operations in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement processes and provide communication within various levels of the organization on these gaps.

G. Proactively work with our customers and plant operations to anticipate and address potential problems before they occur and drive improvements as identified.

H. Diffuse potentially difficult customer issues utilizing the quality customer service representative team.

I. Manage any regionally contracted quality customer service representative 3rd party services.

J. Manage all aspects of the quality customer service team including but not limited to: travel and expense costs, customer review visits and processes, resource management and planning, and customer communication processes.

K. Support 24/7 response time with Eaton plant operations and customers. 48-hour onsite response time to customer locations via self or quality customer service team member.

L. Support additional quality functions such as: management review process for the region, Eaton Business Excellence certification throughout Vehicle Group and the region, CONC and Six Sigma, and additional quality support functions as needed

Desired Skills and Experience.

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor degree from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 7 years manufacturing and quality experience

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. 

Preferred Qualifications
• Previous leadership experience.

• Strong background in quality engineering.

• CQM and Six Sigma Certification. 

• Previous experience with quality system auditing or successful completion of lead auditor course or certified quality auditor.

• Thorough working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, heat treat, stamping, etc.

• Previous automotive quality experience including knowledge of ISO 9000 and ISO/TS 16949.

Position Criteria
• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to prepare and resent to various audiences at all levels of the organization.

• Experience managing several projects simultaneously.

Kadant Johnson is seeking a Materials Manager for its Kalamazoo-area operation. This is a full-time, mid-senior level supply chain position in the machinery industry.


Job Description
Kadant Johnson is in need of an experienced, hands-on Materials Manager who will be responsible for managing the process of global procurement by identifying vendors, developing growth strategies, locating and assessing business opportunities (both domestically and internationally) as well as leveraging existing partnerships.


Demonstrated MRP/ERP experience is required as this position is responsible for all aspects (strategic and tactical) of the purchasing, production scheduling and inventory management functions. This position requires travel approximately 5 percent of the time.


Desired Skills and Experience
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 to 6 years of experience in Procurement and/or International Supply Chain Management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and strong negotiating skills are required. Well-developed leadership skills are necessary, including team orientation, flexibility, integrity, and creativity. The ability to lead and coach a small team of direct reports is necessary.


Strong analytical skills and solid understanding of business processes and issues is required.


Company Description
For more than a century, Kadant Inc. has been delivering smart and efficient solutions to process industries. As a global leader in fiber processing, fluid handling, water management, and doctoring systems, it designs and manufactures products used in industries ranging from paper to plastics and textiles to tires.