Sr. Manager Material and Production Scheduling

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As the Sr. Manager - Production and Material Scheduling, you are responsible for aligning company policy and direction while providing leadership to the Inside Sales, Production Planning and Purchasing areas to provide adequate inventory and on time delivery.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING(% of Time)

While working within company and branch guidelines, the Sr. Manager, Production and Material Scheduling will oversee and manage all phases of the branch Inside Sales, Purchasing and Production Planning processes. (50%)

Lead, motivate and direct employees using effective performance management techniques, including establishing expectations and goals, providing recognition and feedback, and addressing performance problems. Coach, encourage, and develop employees according to their unique interests and strengths. Empower employees to take responsibility for their career and performance. Delegate responsibility and expect accountability and regular feedback. Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members and the organization. (30%)

Continuously strive to analyze processes and encourage initiatives to facilitate continuous improvements in quality, cost reductions, LEAN manufacturing processes, safety, warehousing and distribution. (10%)

Work effectively with home office and other branch departments to ensure proper inter-departmental communication and coordination. Interact regularly to effectively coordinate activities, evaluate concerns and determine resolutions to customer related issues. (10%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in a related discipline
• 5 years related experience and/or training in inventory and production scheduling
• 2 years managing others
• Mathematical Reasoning: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Language: Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or senior leadership.
• Analysis/Reading: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Must have working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, inventory software (i.e. MRP), order processing systems and manufacturing software.
• Self-Management: Ability to display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Leadership: Ability to set clear, meaningful, challenging and attainable goals, while creating a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit , talk and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printer/scanner, etc. are frequently used.

TRAVEL

This job requires up to 20% domestic travel.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, exempt position is located in Gallatin, TN.

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$91,300 - $155,200 / year

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission:You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine and opiates.

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