Raw Materials Manager Jobs

Position Summary

The Raw Materials Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of raw materials components for the Workshop as well as purchased goods by being a strategic leader. The role will be an intermediary between supply planning, demand, and production, supporting the business by running robust and reliable purchasing and raw materials team.The role will play a significant part in running effective operations, future growth ambitions continue improvement of quality and reliability of our products through effective supply, communication between operations, commercial and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement to processes and systems relevant to this function/role and the associated team and stake holders.
• Provide support to quality control and production teams in relation to any quality issues and manage the communications/solutions with the supplier.
• Maintain a safe workspace and abide by all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage the Purchasing & Raw Materials team and associated activities of the team.
• Manage the communication process with internal and external stakeholders and facilitate solutions.
• Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to Purchasing & Raw Materials team to ensure talent development and retention.
• Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors that facilitate smooth flow of services and products.
• Liaise with the Supply Chain team in relation to future demand and implement adequate strategies to ensure raw materials and components supply.
• Manage inventory control and stock accuracy to support uninterrupted manufacturing activities in the Workshop through upfront planning, purchasing, regular planned stock takes and spot checks.
• Develop and manage process improvements in the supply chain and identify new suppliers without jeopardizing quality and service delivery.
• On time delivery of all components and raw materials– core, seasonal and special projects.
• Design, manage and monitor yearly/monthly materials and components plan for Footwear, Craft and Clothing with regular status reporting ensuring adequate safety stocks are maintained.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and financial / business acumen
• A natural curiosity to analyse and improve.
• Ability to take constructive feedback and use it as a tool for self-education and training purposes.
• Strong M3 experience and knowledge (desirable).
• Thrive and stay grounded in high pressure situations; resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to learn quickly and develop appropriate skills.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Experience in purchasing, material management or related role

What we offer

• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer leave
• 40% employee discount
• Generous product allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Exclusive private health partnership
• Be part of an established and iconic Australian brand with long term career development opportunities

About R.M.Williams

Since 1932, R.M.Williams has answered a call for hardwearing, timeless products that can hold up against the harsh conditions of the Australian outback - and look good whilst doing it. Our bestselling leather boots and belts are still crafted by hand in Adelaide, South Australia, alongside an ever-growing range of apparel, accessories and lifestyle products. At the heart of everything we do is a simple promise of loyalty and endurance; a commitment that our products will accompany their wearer on all of life’s great journeys. Reginald Murray ‘RM’ Williams always said, ‘it’s the people who make a company’ and we stand by that statement today, with a global network of teams that feels like family. A culture of growth, development and team spirit is central to our success.

R.M.Williams appreciates the importance and value of a diverse workforce and is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and to provide employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at R.M.Williams are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, national origin or family or parental status. R.M.Williams will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

If you feel you are suited to this role and want to be part of an iconic Australian Company, please apply below with your resume attached.