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Materials Value Stream Manager

Location: 

Macomb, MI, US, 48042

Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Supply Chain

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH. 

Job Summary

The Materials Value Stream Manager at Triumph Gear Systems will primarily be responsible for leading a small, dedicated team that maps out the current state of overall material low, develops the business case and leads the future state actions cross functionally with the Production, PM, and Purchasing teams.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Oversee the planning and coordination of inventory and purchasing departments to ensure alignment with customer demand and prevailing lead times.
  • Increase the flow of business value from customer request to customer delivery.
  • Complete C2C management of material flow.
  • Create current state map, identify gaps/delays, inefficient ices.
  • Use TOS/Lean methodologies to eliminate gaps in the ideal state map to achieve lean efficiency using:
    • SIOP
    • Inventory Management
    • Material flow – WIP, aging out of flow material
    • On time releases
    • Health min/max management in stores
    • Systems upgraded as needed
  • Drive inventory optimization by implementing best practices while satisfying customer demands and business targets.
  • Identifies and leads Continuous Improvement events.
  • Develops Kanban pull systems and lean manufacturing processes.
  • Establishing and maintaining MPS and finished goods inventory policies.
  • Create standard work/detailed work instructions for planning functions by product line.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS) preferably in  Supply Chain, Engineering, or management / technical related discipline.
  • 8-10 years of experience in a complex, highly engineered, manufacturing environment, preferably within the aerospace industry.
  • Fluent with MRP systems, specifically materials management functionality.
  • A basic knowledge of military and commercial aerospace specifications and standards preferred.
  • Strong business acumen coupled with mental aptitude and motivation to learn new functions and expand areas of expertise.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean practices including VMI and Kanban inventory programs.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to embrace and implement new and varied material management approaches.

Desired Qualifications

  • APICS, CPM and/or similar certification.
  • Advanced degree.
  • Lean / Continuous improvement experience.
  • Technical: MS Office, Project Mgt tools experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to walk, stand and sit for a period of time.
  • Ability to remain seated for long periods of time while working on a computer or documentation, etc.
  • Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and standard office equipment.
  • Must be capable of withstanding long period of viewing data on a computer screen and/or in paper format.

Triumph Offers Outstanding Benefits, Including:

  • Flexible Time Off
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance starting on your first day
  • Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
  • Company Employee Relations Team Events (i.e., Holiday Party, Family trunk or treating, Car Show and much more!)
  • Recognition and Service Award Programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Onsite Fitness Center – Free!
  • Climate controlled environment

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

  1. Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders.  We value safety, diversity, and respect.
  2. Teamwork – Win as One team-one company.  Solicit help and assist others.
  3. Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality.  Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
  4. Innovation – Passion for growing the business.  Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
  5. Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate.  Proactively solve problems.

 

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes.  All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license.  A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.


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