director of materials

OIA Global

<div><div><p><b>OIA Global</b> provides customers with an unparalleled suite of scalable and flexible supply chain solutions. Supported by 1,300 forward-thinking employees, we specialize in 3PL, 4PL, sustainability, technology, contract logistics, packaging design and optimization, and raw materials management. Since 1988, we have grown into a $1.3 billion company with a presence in 27 countries and industry expertise in footwear, fashion and apparel, consumer goods, healthcare, energy, and industrials. OIA Global is privately held by LDI, Ltd.</p><br>
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Summary: Director of Materials Management</b></div>
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A member of the OIA Supply Chain Management division&rsquo;s leadership team, the Director of Materials Management is responsible for leading a key segment/product offering within OIA Global&rsquo;s Supply Chain Management business. Core accountabilities for this individual include driving segment financial performance and growth in line with company objectives, ideating and executing internal and client-facing strategic initiatives for the existing book of business, ensuring the delivery of world-class, continuously improving customer service, and developing new innovative capabilities to support OIA&rsquo;s current and future client base.</p>
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A key aspect of this role will be its external-facing responsibilities. The Director will engage frequently with customers as the most senior point of contact for this business segment to understand their objectives and needs before designing and leading internal initiatives and improvements aimed at delivering value in line with those goals. Additionally, the Director will manage a portfolio of international suppliers (with a heavy concentration in the Asia Pacific region), understanding their processes and capabilities and leveraging OIA&rsquo;s global teams to drive advancement in line with business objectives.</p>
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A successful Director will also partner with international operations teams to ensure best-in-class execution of client objectives, facilitating scalable segment growth and delivery of a value proposition built around customer service, risk mitigation, and rapid issue resolution for multinational clients.</p><br>
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Supervisory Responsibilities:</b></div>
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<li>Direct reporting oversight over 1-2 FTEs and matrixed/dotted line leadership responsibilities for domestic and international operations teams engaged in supporting the business segment.</li></ul><br>
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Duties and Responsibilities:</b></div>
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<li>Partner with the OIA and SCM leadership to build and execute the multi-year strategic growth plan for a key segment of OIA SCM&rsquo;s business.</li>
<li>Plan and manage portfolio of ongoing projects aimed at unlocking new value for client and vendor partners while tracking outcomes and instilling accountability across key functional teams.</li>
<li>Serve as primary point of contact for major client for all matters involving this business segment, engaging with that client both virtually and in-person to accelerate and ensure OIA&rsquo;s delivery against that client&rsquo;s strategic objectives.</li>
<li>Manage key client relationships across a variety of departments, locations, and job levels, consistently highlighting and demonstrating the value that OIA contributes to client objectives through this segment/product.</li>
<li>Oversee a portfolio of active programs within key segment of OIA SCM&rsquo;s business, driving financial performance and annual growth in line with leadership and ownership targets.</li>
<li>Strengthen the business segment&rsquo;s delivery of a value proposition built around customer service, risk mitigation, and rapid issue resolution, establishing a culture and supporting metrics in line with these goals.</li>
<li>Lead a team through the completion and submission of responses to RFQs to win new programs within this business segment.</li>
<li>Manage a broad portfolio of supplier and OEM partners, building strong relationships and mutual initiatives geared toward supporting achievement of client goals.</li>
<li>Partner with operations to score and drive improvements within the supply base in line with OIA and client objectives, particularly in the areas of quality and performance.</li>
<li>Develop internal, supplier-facing, and client-facing KPIs focused on customer service, innovation, and growth as the senior leader of the business segment.</li>
<li>Contribute to the creation of KPIs within OIA&rsquo;s global operations organization, supporting improvements in execution and scalability.</li>
<li>Identify new opportunities to improve the core business, preparing and leading the execution of project plans to achieve desired value creation and innovation for OIA and its partners.</li>
<li>Assess gaps within current operations supporting the execution of this business, collaborating closely with domestic and Asia-based leadership to deliver world-class execution across the segment/product.</li>
<li>Collaborate with technical experts in the various materials sourced by OIA to support quality improvement and assurance activities.</li>
<li>Contribute to the implementation of OIA SCM&rsquo;s new ERP platform, helping to maximize the value that the system and its new capabilities bring to OIA&rsquo;s clients.</li>
<li>Scrutinize monthly financials, recognizing and highlighting notable trends and providing actionable feedback to segment leadership.</li>
<li>Prepare and participate in the presentation of monthly business reviews with Global Executive team and internal management, providing insight into the business that translates into improvement actions.</li>
<li>Analyze underlying business performance to identify opportunities for operational improvement.</li>
<li>Assist internal teams in efforts to refine inefficient processes, improving customer service levels and facilitating future growth.</li>
<li>Engage in the creation and presentation of content for the Board of Directors and global executive team as needed.</li></ul><br>
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Required Skills and Abilities:</b></div>
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><br>
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<li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities/deadlines simultaneously</li>
<li>Strong analysis skills and the ability to translate data into strategic initiatives
</li><li>Advanced interpersonal skills, particularly in client-facing environments</li>
<li>Capable of preparing and leading professional presentations</li>
<li>Comfort with structured problem-solving and an ability to design solutions to at-times generally defined opportunities</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft applications, specifically PowerPoint and Excel</li>
<li>Developed understanding of financial statements and financial modeling capabilities</li>
<li>Knowledge of PowerBI and SQL are a plus</li>
<li>Team-based attitude and approach</li></ul><br>
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Education and Experience:</b></div>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from a four-year college/university OR at least 10 years related experience and/or training in a business leadership role</li>
<li>At least 10 years of experience in supply chain operations and/or business leadership</li>
<li>A minimum of 10 years experience in client or vendor-facing responsibilities</li>
<li>Proven track record of leading the end-to-end execution of high-priority projects or initiatives</li>
<li>Experience in the footwear and/or apparel industries, with knowledge of raw material inputs/sourcing and Asia-based supply chains a necessity</li></ul><br>
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Physical Requirements:</b></div>
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<li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li>
<li>Frequent local travel</li>
<li>Occasional regional and international travel</li>
<li>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li></ul><br>
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OIA Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We offer an exciting and growth-oriented work environment, and OIA employees enjoy competitive salaries and excellent benefits.</p></div></div>

Career Opportunities: Director of Materials Management (4132)

Spirit Airlines

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 The Director, Material Management oversees the materials forecasting, planning, procurement and repairs management; including project management, strategy development, supplier collaboration &amp; performance monitoring. Directs and manages the Material Operations team with overall responsibilities for managing multi millions $ of inventory capital and expense which supports all parts required for the maintenance of Spirits aircraft, engines and components. Directs teams responsible for material Planning &amp; Allocations, Repair &amp; Warranty and Technical Purchasing which monitors parts service level performance supporting Tech Ops.
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   Develops strategies, processes and systems to improve Material Allocations, Forecasting, Planning, Procurement, Warranty and Repair Management.
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   Builds expertise supply chain expertise through personnel recruitment, mentoring and development.
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   Leads process, procedure and technology improvements which support and continuously improve material management processes.
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   Oversees the materials forecasting, planning, parts procurement and repairs management.
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   Develops and leads departmental strategy, initiatives, projects and metrics.
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   Collaborates with suppliers on material requirements, quality, reliability and performance monitoring. Also work closely with Spirit Strategic Sourcing Team on contract terms to meet quality, total cost of ownership, and performance targets.
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   Builds cross-divisional relationships (Stores, Tech Ops, Engineering, Operations, Finance) and builds consensus which balances operational parts support with financial capital and operating budget, providing the right part at the right place at the right time at the right cost.
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   Communicates, liaises, and influences internally and with suppliers using appropriate methods to influence decisions and performance which facilitates excellent internal parts support at the lowest total cost of ownership.
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  Qualifications
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree - Business, Finance, Logistics or Supply Chain focus; MBA Preferred
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   Minimum 5 years&rsquo; experience in Supply Chain
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   Leads Teams and provides direction for Inventory Planning Forecasting &amp; Allocations, Repairs, Warranty, Technical Purchasing, Supply Chain Analytics, Metrics; monitors parts service level performance supporting Tech Ops, develops &amp; monitors budget, establishes and tracks departmental metrics.
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   Develops strategies, processes and systems to improve Material Allocations, Forecasting, Planning, Procurement, Warranty and Repair Management.
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   Builds sourcing expertise through personnel recruitment, mentoring and development
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   Leads technology improvements required to support and continuously improve material management processes
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   Oversees the materials forecasting, planning, procurement and repairs management; including project management, strategy development, supplier collaboration &amp; performance monitoring. Also work closely with Spirit Strategic Sourcing Team on contract terms to meet quality, total cost of ownership, and performance targets.
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   Builds cross-divisional relationships (Stores, Tech Ops, Engineering, Operations, Finance) and builds consensus which balances operational parts support with financial capital and operating budget, providing the right part at the right place at the right time at the right cost.
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   Communicates, liaises, and influences internally and with suppliers using appropriate methods to influence decisions and performance which facilitates excellent internal parts support at the lowest total cost of ownership.
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   Leads team managing multi millions $ of inventory capital, and operating cost (parts procurement and repairs).
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   Domestic and International travel 25% ot time
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   Exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
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   This is an onsite role located in Dania Beach, FL
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  Overview
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 At Spirit, we live &ldquo;More Fly.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s not just about getting from point A to B&mdash;it&rsquo;s about feeling fly while you&rsquo;re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.
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 Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn&rsquo;t the limit&mdash;it&rsquo;s just the beginning!
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  EEOC Statement
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 Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Director, Material Management

Temple University Health System

Directs the activities of the Materials Management Departments. Manages Linen, Receiving, Mail, Storeroom Operations and Distribution services for TUH Main Campus. Assures achievement of organizational goals related to cost management, quality assurance, work process redesign and customer services processes through the use of Information technology, human, and capital resources in designated departments. Collaborates with others, as a key member of the management team, and serves as TUM Main's primary steward of Materials Management services.
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Education
<br>Bachelor's Degree Required or
<br>Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required
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Experience
<br>5 years experience with Materials Management Required
<br>General Experience with and knowledge of supply storage, inventory methods and budget
<br>management Required
<br>General Experience Supervisory experience Preferred
<br>General Experience with unionized labor Preferred
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Licenses
<br>Lean Six Sigma Preferred

Asst Director Material Mgmt

LEER Group

<b>Overall Responsibilities:</b><br>
A Senior Manager - Materials is responsible for strategically managing the flow of raw materials, equipment, and supplies from procurement to final disposition, ensuring efficient operations, cost optimization, and on-time delivery for production and business needs. Key duties include leading supply chain strategy, managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory levels, overseeing procurement, and warehousing, and collaborating across departments to meet business goals.
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Key Responsibilities
<br><b>Supply Chain & Procurement:</b> Oversee the end-of-the-end supply chain, including procuring materials, managing suppliers, and ensuring the right materials are available at the right time, cost, and quantity.
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<b>Inventory Management:</b> Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce carrying costs, and maintain appropriate safety stock to support production without excess.
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<b>Planning & Forecasting:</b> Coordinate material planning and forecasting activities to align with demand and production schedules.
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<b>Supplier Management:</b> Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitor their performance, and drive corrective actions for delivery or quality issues.
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<b>Operational Efficiency:</b> Implement and maintain efficient material planning, warehousing, and distribution processes to improve accuracy and reduce costs.
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<b>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</b> Work closely with manufacturing, strategic sourcing, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and support company objectives.
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<b>Reporting & Analytics:</b> Develop and maintain reports and metrics on inventory levels, supplier performance, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement.
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<b>Leadership & Communication:</b> Strong ability to lead and develop teams and effectively communicate with both internal stakeholders and external partners.
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<b>Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:</b> Capacity to analyze data, identify bottlenecks, and solve complex supply chain challenges.
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<b>Technical Proficiency:</b> Expertise in inventory management software, supply chain management (SCM) systems, and forecasting tools.
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<b>Negotiation Skills:</b> Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
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<b>Characteristics and skills:</b><br>
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<li>Collaborative</li>
<li>Strong critical thinking skills - Very sharp, innovative, and accustomed to “figuring it out.”</li>
<li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Ability to “build relationship” with Team Members to drive high Customer Satisfaction.</li>
<li>Ability to multitask, effective time management skills and a basis for action.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Customer service focused on good telephone skills and a positive attitude.</li>
<li>Mature judgment and decision-making ability.</li>
<li>Proficient with computer systems and software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-point, Outlook, and Teams.</li>
<li>Effectively manage in a challenging environment with a work force ranging in skill levels from newly hired temporary workers to long experience/highly skilled team members.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and implement improvement changes unaided.</li>
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<b>Educational and other requirements:</b><br>
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<li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management Systems and / or forecasting tools.</li>
<li>5-10 Years’ materials experience in a manufacturing environment.</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel are required.</li>
<li>Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekend and/or evening hours.</li>
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Sr. Manager - Materials

Hyatt

<div><div><p>Summary</p><div><p>
You will be responsible to assist with the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest and owner expectations.</p><p>
To assist the Materials Manager in the planning and procurement of material, including vendor development and administration of contracted services in accordance with the hotel policy and procedures.</p><p>
Should have strong expertise in engineering materials and CAPEX procurement, ensuring cost-effective and quality sourcing.</p></div></div><div><p>
Qualifications</p><div><p>
Ideally with a university degree or diploma in Finance or Hospitality/Tourism management. Minimum 2 years work experience as Asst. Manager in Materials or Purchasing, or as Team Leader in larger operation. Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must.</p></div></div></div>

ASSISTANT MANAGER - MATERIALS

Meta

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 Meta Reality Labs is seeking a NPI Materials Program Manager to support material strategy, managing material budget, driving material readiness, and mitigating material E&amp;O throughout the NPI product life cycle. You will lead pre-production material planning, forecasting, and supply readiness to enable new product development and supply qualification for all Reality Labs products from POC through DVT.
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 NPI Materials Program Manager Responsibilities:
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   Support overall NPI Build readiness and CTB by collaborating with cross-functional teams (ie. TPM, EE, GSM, PD, PCE, OPM) and Contract Manufacturers on material drive, component shortages, and supply solutions that mitigate risk and provide shortage recovery
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   Collaborate with Contract Manufacturers, Engineering, PCE, and GSM to assess sourcing opportunities (multiple source, alternate source, multiple flow/site), along with driving cross-functional Risk Buy approval and procurement kick off
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   Partner with Hardware Engineering and Contract Manufacturing partners to develop a configuration plan that both qualifies supply and streamlines manufacturing setup
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   Track NPI material spend against the Engineering budget and mitigate against E&amp;O throughout the overall PDP cycle
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   Run regular CTB reviews to drive closing material shortages with GSM, Planning, OPM and Quality teams
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   Manage the day to day execution with external partners such as Contract Manufacturers and distributors, and act as escalation for urgent and critical issues
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   Manage supply chain transition from engineering to volume production, tracking BOM release timeline, driving closure on component attribute details for CBOM with cross-functional teams and GSM, sustaining MPM, and coordinating all Golden Config requirements
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 Minimum Qualifications:
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   3+ years of material management, supply chain, or purchasing experience in a high-volume hardware industry
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   Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical approach in handling complexity of multiple manufacturing sites
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   Understanding of Engineering component Matrices to drive qualification
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   Experience working in and managing high volume consumer electronics product launches and delivery
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   Track record of building relationships and driving alignment and collaboration with cross-functional teams internally and externally
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   Experience in self-developing data models or partnering with IT teams to design and scale tools and systems for efficiency improvement
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 Preferred Qualifications:
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   Problem-solving foundation to influence and drive decisions with data such as experience with advanced modeling and predictive analytics with an understanding of Excel techniques and VBA, SQL, Tableau, or similar data visualization
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   Experience within complex supply chains and prior OEM/ODM/JDM management experience
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   Demonstrated experience communicating and creating presentations for Leadership
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   BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations Engineering or equivalent experience
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 About Meta:
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 Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today&mdash;beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
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 Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
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 Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
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 $92,000/year to $137,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
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 Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about  benefits  at Meta.
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NPI Materials Program Manager

<div><div><p>Summary</p><div><p>
You will be responsible to assist with the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest and owner expectations. The Materials Executive is responsible to assist the Materials Manager in the planning and procurement of material, including vendor development and administration of contracted services in accordance with the hotel policy and procedures.</p></div></div><div><p>
Qualifications</p><div><p>
Ideally with a university degree or diploma in Finance or Hospitality/Tourism management. Minimum 2 years work experience as Materia Associate or Executive in Materials or Purchasing, in larger operation. Good problem solving, administrative and interpersonal skills are a must.</p></div></div></div>

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