Location: this position could be located at cd.
juarez chihuahua and /or piedras negras coahuila as well, candidates will need to be willing for relocation as needed position purpose the director, materials management is responsible for leading the development, standardization, and execution of best-in-class material planning and inventory management processes across all north america manufacturing sites within the power efficiency solutions (pes) segment.
this role ensures the organization maintains optimal inventory levels, reduces waste and working capital, and sustains uninterrupted material supply to support production schedules.
serving as the central authority for inventory strategy, process discipline, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration, the director drives standardization, data integrity, and efficiency across the global supply chain network.
scope of responsibility oversight of materials planning and inventory management performance across all pes na manufacturing sites.
ownership of company-wide standards related to lead times, safety stock, lot sizing, replenishment, and scheduling processes.
leadership of continuous improvement initiatives for raw and work-in-progress (rip) inventory performance.
accountability for process governance, performance reporting, and corrective action execution in coordination with operations, sourcing, and finance.
core responsibilities
1. Materials management standardization develop and maintain standard work for: lead time setting, safety stock level determination, and lot sizing methodology.
ensure all plants maintain a repeatable and sustainable plan for every part (pfep) process.
provide governance, documentation, and training materials to drive adherence and process maturity across sites.
2. Replenishment processes support deployment of lean replenishment systems (e.g., kanban, supermarket, and other pull-based methods).
partner with site materials teams to optimize part flow and improve internal logistics efficiency.
3. Production