Materials Planning Manager

Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's high-tech gadgets, and to create the most advanced technologies in the fast-moving electronics industry. From cell phones and tablets to infrastructure, industrial, automotive, military and medical products, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!Summary:This role will direct and administer materials management, scheduling and production planning activities, including control of all aspects of inventory for the division.Principal Accountabilities: (Functional) * Develops production plans which respond to forecasted business demands. * Responsible to manage the Sales and Operations Planning. (S&OP) * Analyzes and evaluates inventory and delivery problems. * Provides shipping and inventory data to financial management. * Develops and/or approves information systems for manufacturing control, order entry, customer service and statistical reporting. * Performs other job related duties as required. Principal Accountabilities: (General Supervisory) * Carries out organizational policy and applicable State and Federal laws, including interviewing, hiring, training employees, planning, assigning and directing work and appraising performance. * Interprets company policies to employees and enforces all safety regulations. * Assures efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of methods, and elimination of wasteful practices within the department; may include budget development and control. * Develops workforce planning and utilization programs to satisfy actual and projected requirements. Includes the scheduling of overtime and cost/effective use of temporary services. * Implements cross-training activities and plans for employees under his/her direction with specific attention toward the development of a highly flexible workforce. * Establishes and implements team/individual Critical Success Factors, including the measurement and documentation of the progress of each employee toward the established goals. * Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists employees in solving work-related problems. * Performs other job-related duties as required.Minimum Requirements: * Bachelor's Degree in relative field is required. * Minimum 8 years of experience in materials planning, inventory, and warehouse stock control. * Minimum 3 years of relevant functional team management. * Notable knowledge and experience in the implementation and utilization of MRP systems. * SAP ERP experience is preferred.Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality: * Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.Physical Demands: * Requires the ability to use a computer on a frequent basis. * May have to remain stationary for extended periods, but be mobile enough to navigate through work areas. * Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and in giving presentations.Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employerTarget Annual Base Pay: $95,000 $115,000 + Bonus + Robust Benefits ~ What U Can Do For You ~ Rewards Package: * Competitive Compensation, Bonus Strategies, 401k Retirement Contribution Matching, Health Savings Options with Monthly Company Contributions and Investment Capability, Flexible Spending Options, Objective Merits, and Relocation Assistance. Career Development: * Relevant Tuition, Upskilling, and Certification Reimbursement, Mentorship, Educational Institution Relations, Career Pathing. Work/Life Balance: * Competitive Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Wellness Hours. Health & Wellbeing: * Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Emp