Develop and implement material management strategies to support manufacturing operations.
Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and supplies.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and purchasing teams to ensure accurate forecasting and material availability.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet production demands while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve supply issues.
Manage warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and distribution.
Lead and develop the materials management team, ensuring adherence to safety and operational policies.
Monitor material and logistic costs, identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and FHS policies.
Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage materials data and drive data-driven decisions.
Be a change agent in Daily Management to drive results through Safety, Quality, Deliver, Inventory and Productivity
Utilize Gemba techniques to foster and extend our Continuous Improvement (Fortive Business System) and Lean Culture
Conduct regular reviews to ensure alignment with improvement projects and key performance indicators, maintaining a consistent focus on progress and excellence.
Collaborate with HR on organizational and talent development, talent risk management, and
succession planning initiatives.
Ability to motivate and inspire a team through effective communication, both upstream and downstream.
Responsible for ~$3M in inventory, ~$4M in logistic spend, 1 Buyer/Planners and 2 hourly employees
Qualifications
Required
5+ years of experience in materials management or supply chain in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of inventory control, procurement, logistics and production planning processes.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Agresso, Microsoft Dynamics).
Proficiency in digital tools including Microsoft Office products (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Proven track record in controlling costs to budget
Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles with tangible results.
Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to analyze data and develop actionable insights.
APICS or similar supply chain certification preferred.
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.
We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Fluke Health Solutions
Comprised of four industry leaders—Fluke Biomedical, LANDAUER, RaySafe, and Victoreen — Fluke Health Solutions (FHS) leads the biomedical and radiation detection markets with innovative products and services that help keep customers, patients, and clients safe. Fluke Biomedical leads the world in manufacturing biomedical test equipment like defibrillator analyzers and digital pressure meters. LANDAUER measures radiation exposure with dosimeter and radiation monitoring badges. RaySafe is the worldwide leader of X-ray test equipment, real-time staff dosimetry, and radiation survey meters. And Victoreen instruments are the trusted source for radiation monitoring systems and quality assurance for nuclear power professionals. At FHS, we believe in your potential — your ability to learn, grow and contribute in meaningful ways. And we believe in giving you the opportunity, accountability, and visibility to do just that.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 76,700.00 - 128,100.00.
Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
Is this role subject to ITAR? The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.
