Manager Sr, Materials

As a Senior Materials Manager at Shure, your primary responsibilities will include developing strategic production plans, maintaining optimal inventory levels, minimizing production delays, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. You will oversee inventory accuracy and manage the Tool Crib's inventory levels to support production activities, all while expediting materials to meet our demanding schedules.

To be considered for the Senior Materials Manager role at Shure, you need a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, along with at least five years of experience in materials management, production control, and warehouse operations. Proficiency in English, hands-on experience with SAP, and familiarity with ISO-9000 standards are also essential. APIC’s Certification and strong leadership abilities will be advantageous.

At Shure, we believe in fostering an Associate-first culture that encourages professional growth. As a Senior Materials Manager, you will access various training and development programs aimed at enhancing your leadership skills and industry expertise. We value continuous learning and innovation, offering the opportunity to expand your knowledge and advance your career within our organization.

In the role of Senior Materials Manager at Shure, the most crucial skills include strong leadership and supervision abilities, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and a proven ability to collaborate within a team. Additionally, expertise in Master Scheduling and strategic planning are vital for ensuring smooth operations and meeting production targets.

Shure boasts a collaborative and inclusive work culture where innovation is encouraged, and diverse perspectives are valued. As a Senior Materials Manager, you'll work in an environment that supports flexible arrangements and promotes teamwork. Our emphasis on equitable candidate experience means we appreciate the unique journeys of every professional and strive to create a welcoming atmosphere.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples from your previous roles. Discuss how you've developed production plans, managed inventory levels, and resolved supply chain challenges. Emphasize your hands-on experience with systems like SAP and your understanding of ISO standards that relate to materials management.

A great way to respond is to outline your approach to assessing urgency and impact. Describe how you evaluate production schedules, align with cross-functional teams, and ensure that essential materials are available while minimizing excess inventory. Sharing specific strategies you've used to improve efficiency could enhance your answer.

In your response, share past experiences where you've identified bottlenecks in the supply chain or production process. Discuss proactive measures you've implemented, such as optimizing vendor relationships or adjusting inventory levels, to mitigate risks. This will demonstrate your strategic thinking and ability to drive results.

Explain your understanding of ISO-9000 standards and how you've ensured compliance in your previous roles. Discuss methods you used for monitoring processes and training staff on best practices. Highlighting any audits or assessments you've conducted adds credibility to your response.

Discuss your organized approach to managing BOM changes, including how you communicate changes to relevant teams. Offer examples of times you've updated documentation efficiently while ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.

Emphasize the importance of clear communication within your team and with suppliers. Share how you keep all parties informed about inventory levels, production changes, and project timelines, ensuring everyone is aligned to prevent misunderstandings and delays.

Use this opportunity to narrate a specific story where you collected data, analyzed production targets, and collaborated with departments to create an effective production plan. Discuss the results achieved with your strategic approach.

Mention specific software such as SAP that you are proficient in and explain how you've utilized these tools to monitor inventory levels, generate reports, and forecast needs. Demonstrating familiarity with various tools can give you an edge in the interview.

Describe your proactive approach to building relationships with cross-functional teams and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Share examples of initiatives you've led to improve teamwork and communication among various departments.

Share specific challenges you've encountered, such as supply chain disruptions or inventory inaccuracies, and outline the solutions you implemented. Highlight your problem-solving skills and how these experiences have prepared you for the Senior Materials Manager role at Shure.