Job Description

In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified™ company!

INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more.

Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success. Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members.

We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.

Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

This role offers a range of $68,000 to $85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

We are seeking a Material Manager to work at one of our facilities. A Material Manager: manages the flow of materials into and out of the plant(s) and associated warehouses; monitors purchasing practices and order management, including vendor consignments; and coordinates with the shipping department to ensure accurate on time receipt and delivery of goods to support plant service levels. They also take ownership of all inventories and related practices by maintaining best practices, leading PI initiatives, and creating awareness across INX International around key metrics to foster improvement. As a Material Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing SAP material master data for completeness and integrity to ensure adherence to INX policy and protocol
• Managing warehousing standards as established by INX, including external warehousing as required
• Ensuring the effective execution of material delivery and replenishment strategies to support the master schedule and inventory metric health
• Supporting Procurement, Planning, Production, R&D, Legal, HR and Quality as needed
• Addressing all concerns in a timely manner, including, but not limited to, material, equipment, and process
• Meeting and exceeding warehouse sanitation, 5S and GMP requirements
• Leading and/or participating on continuous improvement teams as required
• Recommending improvements to reduce cost and drive productivity within the department while achieving corporate and site-specific goals
• Managing work off and disposals with complete traceability
• Maintaining steady communication with material vendors and internal stakeholders to best coordinate the flow of materials between sections, departments, or sites
• Verifying or preparing records such as routing slips, material requisitions, and job orders as required
• Owning the site(s) MRP process, reporting and inventory practices, including, but not limited to, purchase order mgmt., inventory levels, cycle counts, physical inventories, POV, SLOB, Non/Critical Availability and overall health across the inventory portfolio
• Committing to participation in the TPM activities of the facility with a clear understanding of all KPI targets for their team, site and department

Qualifications

To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or similar discipline or equivalent on-the-job work experience in materials management
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes
• Successful track record of utilizing problem solving methods to continuously improve quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Leadership training or work experience that demonstrates leadership capability in cross-functional teams is a plus
• Relevant certification in APICS, ISM or equivalent is a plus

In addition to these qualifications, we will consider it a plus if you have:

• Previous experience in the ink industry

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture. Embark on your Colorful Career with us!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.