Materials Management Analyst jobs in Greensburg, PA

Company and Position Information:

Del Monte Foods, Inc. (DMFI) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte, Contadina and College Inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods - Growers of Good.

The salary range for this role is:

Responsibilities:

The Senior Manager Materials Management is responsible for partnering with Del Monte's facilities, vendors, planning, and strategic sourcing functions to manage the flow of raw materials at Del Monte and to resolve supply issues all while maintaining budget adherence.

The Senior Manager Materials Management will lead a team of regional purchasing specialists for our manufacturing locations to ensure that the company is effectively managing inventory. This position will develop and be accountable for the KPIs that proactively ensure Purchase Orders are being effectively managed and master data is up to date. This role will work with internal customers as well as third party partners in developing material management strategies, implementing new standardized processes, driving continuous improvement, and generating sustainable cash flow, and cost savings improvements.

The Senior Manager Materials Management will work with internal customers as well as third party partners in developing sourcing strategies, implementing new standardized processes, driving continuous improvement, and generating sustainable gains in efficiency. This will be accomplished by evaluating and prioritizing projects and process efficiencies that maximize benefits and reduce overall costs. This position will interact with all levels of the organization and is accountable for understanding key business drivers, strategies, and requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with external manufacturing partners to ensure a seamless flow of materials and timely production.
• Inventory Management: Optimize inventory levels, balancing the need for sufficient stock to meet demand with minimizing excess inventory holding costs.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze production capacity and capabilities to ensure alignment with demand forecasts. Identify and address capacity constraints, recommending investments or process improvements as necessary.
• Order Fulfillment: Monitor and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of materials from external suppliers to support production schedules.
• Collaboration and Communication: Monitor and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of materials from external suppliers to support production schedules.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the external supply chain, such as disruptions or delays, and implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Performance Metrics: Track and analyze key performance indicators related to external supply planning, adjusting strategies as needed to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Technology Integration: Evaluate and implement production planning tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging technologies relevant to production planning.

Del Monte Foods Leadership Behaviors:

As leaders we:

Ground Our Teams

• Connect our teams to a clear strategy.

• Provide the support our teams need for success.

• Hold ourselves and our teams accountable.

Create the Climate

• Solve problems together with our teams.

• Enable smart risk taking.

• Empower our teams to make decisions and take action.

Nurture the Good

• Are intentional about building trust.

• Lead with empathy.

• Grow and develop our teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, operations, or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 8 years of continuous career progression in the Supply Chain management.
• Proven experience in production planning, with a track record of successful leadership in a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning software.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in production planning.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods, Inc. is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.