Raw Materials Manager

Location: US-KS-TOPEKA-PLT-0133-2145   
Goodyear Talent Acquisition Representative: Nicole Aguilar  
Sponsorship Available: No 
Relocation Assistance Available: Yes 

Join the Goodyear Raw Materials Manager Pit Crew!

Are you ready to accelerate your career with one of the most iconic names in the tire industry? Goodyear is looking for a detail-oriented and driven individual to join our Raw Materials Manager and help us steer our operations to success.

Primary Purpose of the Position

We are seeking a Raw Materials Manager who is a recognized leader in planning and supply chain solutions to support production requirements and drive continuous improvement. This role will lead the development and implementation of new technologies, optimize the plant’s raw material supply chain and inventory, and guide cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will act as a key knowledge resource, driving innovation, ensuring effective problem-solving strategies, and managing the workforce responsible for receiving materials. Additional responsibilities include identifying and mitigating risks, coaching team members, and fostering a culture of open communication and continuous improvement across the organization.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage & optimize the plant raw material supply chain & inventory: Physical Inventory, IQR, Accurate Forecasts, & Shipment/Inventory Tracking.
• Responsible for managing the purchasing, sourcing & receiving of materials required for production with external vendors.
• Manage order interface: Oversees data input based upon inventory results, confirms min/max needs, responsible for all inbound raw materials to Plant, Third Party Mixers & local pre-weight site.
• Develop, implement & manage plans to support team development addressing quality, waste, delivery & cost.
• Perform & execute all other duties assigned.

Required Education & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, engineering, computer science or related field.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing company in a supply chain function or operations management role with demonstrated capability of leading teams.
• 5+ years’ experience in supply chain/raw materials field.
• Experience in leading work across divisions & with external organizations.
• Experience in a union environment (if applicable).

Preferred

• SAP experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication, problem solving & computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong quantitative & analytical skills.
• Understands inventory strategy, product supply, deployment & production planning.
• Strong understanding of business issues, metrics & customer value.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, lead & effectively manage meetings at the work group level, give clear & concise guidance in meetings

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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company 

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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