Manufacturing Material Manager

Procurement & Purchasing Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Salary: USD 98000 - 122500 Annually


Description

Position at Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC

Hearth & Home Technologies is looking for a Material Manager to join our Fireplaces Business Unit inMt. Pleasant, IA. We are the nation’s leading manufacturer and supplier of hearth products, including a wide variety of gas, electric, wood and pellet burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves, and accessories. Headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota, with distribution around the world, our innovative approach is supported by a business unit structure that allows us to develop and market products with a strong focus on customers’ needs.  Since 1996, we’ve been dedicated to connecting people through the warmth and comfort of our hearth products.     
 
The Fireplaces Business Unit is one of our key business units within Hearth & Home Technologies, featuring leading brands such as Heat & Glo, Majestic, Heatilator, and more. This business unit is dedicated to advancing fireplace technology and design, reflecting our commitment to exceptional quality and comfort.    
 
Key Responsibilities 
  • Develop, implement, and drive plant related procurement strategies and services  
  • Partner with Corporate Procurement in the development and execution of HHT strategic objectives
  • Participate and support in supplier evaluations and selection processes including strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Provide adequate and timely communication to suppliers and internal customers to ensure flow of parts and information
  • Demonstrated Lean / BPI experience to provide enterprise-wide continuous improvement direction in materials and procurement
  • Lead plant material flow transformation
 
Minimum Qualifications 
  • Four-year degree in Business Administration, engineering, economics, applied sciences or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; MBA preferred
  • 5-10 years or more of progressively responsible procurement or production management
  • Sourcing, kanban, JIT and other inventory management experience
  • A proven record of implementing and sustaining ERP, Lean Manufacturing productivity, cost reduction and other continuous improvement programs   
Preferred Qualifications 
  • Professional Certification preferred
  • Experience in lean material flow conversion and sustainability preferred

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, and Retirement Benefits). Hearth & Home Technologies benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Our company endeavors to make www.hearthnhome.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 952-985-6000 or via email at [email protected]. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.