Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from EControls
Job overview
The Manager, Procurement and Warehouse at EControls oversees procurement and warehouse operations to ensure timely material flow, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency, supporting customer demand and company goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing procurement to meet demand and minimize shortages, collaborating with planning and manufacturing for on-time delivery, managing freight targets, leading warehouse team performance, ensuring inventory accuracy through cycle counts, and driving inventory usage efficiency.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering, 5+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing, 3-5 years warehouse/materials management experience, proficiency with QuickBooks MRP/ERP or Oracle JD Edwards, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and CPSM certification preferred, along with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to develop and grow team members, enhance leadership skills, and contribute to strategic success factors within the company.
Work environment and culture
EControls values customer satisfaction, innovation, and a solution-based mindset, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
Company information
EControls is a global provider of integrated controls solutions for internal combustion engines and electric drive systems, serving major OEMs with advanced engine management systems and engineering support.
Team overview
The candidate will manage the procurement and warehouse team, focusing on team development, goal setting, and performance communication to ensure successful execution of critical tasks.
Job location and travel
The position is located at EControls' AWS facility in San Antonio, Texas.
Unique job features
The job emphasizes strategic inventory management, a disciplined FIFO program, and minimizing expedited freight, distinguishing it with a focus on efficiency and cost control in a manufacturing environment.
Company overview
EControls is a leading provider of advanced control systems and solutions for internal combustion engines and electric powertrains. They generate revenue by designing and manufacturing innovative engine control units (ECUs), fuel systems, and software solutions that enhance performance, efficiency, and emissions compliance for various industries, including automotive, marine, and industrial applications. Founded in 1994, EControls has a history of pioneering technology that meets stringent environmental regulations and customer demands. Their commitment to research and development ensures they remain at the forefront of engine control technology.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your 3-5 years of automotive industry procurement and warehouse management experience, highlighting your ability to manage material flow and inventory accuracy efficiently.
Showcase your expertise with ERP systems like Oracle JD Edwards or QuickBooks MRP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, and your skills in procurement of wiring, connectors, solder, and tooling to align with EControls’ technical needs.
Apply through multiple channels including EControls’ corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant industry job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current EControls employees in procurement, warehouse, or supply chain roles on LinkedIn; open conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent company projects or asking about their experience managing inventory accuracy or freight targets.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'procurement,' 'warehouse management,' 'inventory accuracy,' 'Lean Six Sigma,' 'Oracle JD Edwards,' and 'on-time delivery' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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