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Materials Manager Reviews
What is it like working as a Materials Manager?
February 2017
College town atmosphere.
Materials Manager in Blacksburg:
Pros: Because of it being located in the same town as Virginia Tech there is an advantage of the town being more modern with a different feel than the surrounding area. The education system is reported to be excellent from elementary to high school and continues to grow in opportunity. The town continues to expand, but attempts to keep a local feel to it and avoids larger businesses coming in.
Cons: The college students at times can make it feel a bit overwhelming when trying to go out for dinner or get across town depending on what is happening. Students tend to come for education and then leave for other areas. This means the work force is not typically bolstered with younger talent and tends to more of n old guard mentality.
November 2016
Materials Management.
Materials Manager:
Hire strong energetic people. Communicate often. Be involved, but avoid micro-managing.
June 2016
Materials Manager:
Hire the right people and drive standard materials and planning processes & systems.
January 2016
You are the Quarterback of Production.
Materials Manager:
Pros: It is hands-on and my responsibilities are various.
Cons: The biggest problem is having an important role and not getting paid accordingly.
July 2015
Design systems and procedures on Materials Management.
Materials Manager:
• Design systems and procedures on Materials Management that increase the efficiency and improve service levels.
• Procurement of raw material from national and international market.
• Development of alternative local sources for imported raw materials which helps in cost saving.
• Planning and budgeting of purchase functions, involving cost estimation, contract negotiations.
• Inviting and allotting tenders.
• Liaison with the production department to maintain optimum inventory & Co-ordinate with them on development of Standard Purchase Specifications for various items.
• Implementing systems to avoid situations like over-stocking or out-of-stock which cause production and financial losses.
• Liaison with finance department for timely payment of bills.
• Developing reports on procurement and usage of material for top management.
• Identify key communities, plan various initiatives and co-ordinate the support activities.
June 2015
Stop and listen.
Materials Manager:
Listen and request opportunities for improvement from your staff.
November 2014
Materials World.
Materials Manager:
Pros: I like having an impact on the various different facets of the organization and being able to drive for results as well as reach measurable objectives.
Cons: Sometimes it feels like you are the pickle in the middle and are getting a beat down from other departments.
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