POSITION SUMMARY: The Material Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day material planning activity to control purchasing amounts and inventory budget. Foresee and prevent any premium freight, to ensure minimum cost and zero customer line interruption. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Report Inventory Amount, Days of Inventory (DOI), and all spending within budget. - Manage and control discrepancies and escalate potential supply issues. - Responsible for expediting and ordering premium freight (air freight, trucking) for urgent parts in advance to ensure timely delivery. - Manage the delivery schedule of incoming containers. - Analyze material usage vs. need to increase inventory efficiency and promote cost reduction. - Responsible for time approval and general supervision of MPandL employees. - Assist with development of the logistic strategy to account for global supply fluctuations. - Monitor inventory levels and assist with scheduling activities that optimize inventory turns. - Participate in the development of the company goals and objectives to support the annual business plan. - Delegate responsibilities and manage assigned employees. - Assist in interviewing and hiring decisions; train and monitor employees performance. - Ens ure all employees comply with company rules, policies, procedures and regulations, while meeting established productivity targets. - Support and participate in EHS objectives. Other duties may be assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERINCE: - Bachelors degree in field related with production and inventory control and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required. - 3-5 years of experience in Materials Management and Operation required. - E xperience in auto manufacturing industry strongly preferred. - Experience in a supervisory or management role preferred. - Knowledge and use of Materials Information Systems and methodologies. - Strong grasp of Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to multitask and perform in a deadline driven environment. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: - Supervises MPandL employees. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office work environment (Primary). Plant work environment with fluctuations in temperature (hotter in the summer, cooler in the winter). Exposure to certain noise levels and bright lights. Warehouse work environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift up to 35lbs. Ability to reach up above the head. Ability to bend and stoop. Ability to focus for extended periods of time Ability to sit for extended periods of t