Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $70-80/hr W2
Contract Length: 6+ months
Target Start Date: ASAP
Work Location/Structure: Hybrid (3 days/ wk in office) - Foster City, CA
About the Opportunity:
Our client, a leader in Autonomous Technology, is looking for a skilled Supply Chain Materials Manager to join their team for a 6+ month engagement. As a Supply Chain Materials Manager for Direct Procurement, you will support the Operations teams to ensure the smooth flow of materials throughout the product development and manufacturing process. This role involves end-to-end material management, including planning, procurement, inventory control, material flow optimization, and supplier coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized, data-driven, and experienced in managing supply chain operations in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description:
As a Supply Chain Materials Manager for Direct Procurement, you will support the Operations teams to ensure the smooth flow of materials throughout the product development and manufacturing process. This role involves end-to-end material management, including planning, procurement, inventory control, material flow optimization, and supplier coordination.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, data-driven, and experienced in managing supply chain operations in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, Engineering) to understand overall demand, share forecasts with the suppliers, track supplier readiness for on-time delivery, and report internally to support planning.
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Monitor supplier lead times and ensure order coverage based on demand and lead time.
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Review supplier input/output (IO) plans, identify material risks, develop mitigation plans with cross-functional support and escalate to leadership where required
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Resolve operational issues related to PO coverage, invoicing, and master data management in the ERP system.
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Track and report key performance metrics, including material availability, on-time delivery, and delivery accuracy.
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Support new product introduction (NPI) efforts by ensuring material alignment with development timelines and production ramps.
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Bachelor's degree with 4-6 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
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Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to interpret complex datasets for informed decision-making.
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Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills, and familiarity with data analysis tools.
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Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers
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Experience with ERP systems
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Strong organizational skills to manage and track transactional details.
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