.JOB SUMMARYMaterials SME I is responsible for driving standard work and continuous improvement in the processes, systems, and material functional talent development. This role is required to be the technical expert of processes and systems in one or multiple materials areas (Planning, Purchasing, Inventory Control, etc.) as well as a qualified project leader capable of working with the operations team to implement improvements that provide best-in-class service levels, target profitability, and differentiated capabilities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead as Site Subject Matter Expert in one or multiple standard Materials (Planning, Purchasing, Inventory Control, etc.) processes.Lead as Site Subject Matter Expert in one or multiple standardized Materials systems and applications.Coach, mentor, and provide training to the materials team and create a learning environment.Monitor key Materials metrics for assigned customer(s) and sites.Support and/or maintain all lower-level materials team essential duties and responsibilities.Perform regular internal audits to ensure materials operations are under control.Drive the standardization, simplification, and optimization with continuous improvement cycles in the materials processes and systems.Communicate, consult, and inform site best practices with supporting data to Regional and Global materials teams.Materials Improvement Project Leader of medium-level complexity and cross-functional in the site.Diagnose and identify process and system gaps vs. best-in-class operations by applying expertise in certain areas.Collaborate with stakeholders to define project framework and tangible goals.Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize improvement projects to enhance existing business processes/systems.Map 'as is' processes with proper granularity and brainstorm with stakeholders and system solution teams on desired future processes.Lead the project team in business requirement documentation submission.Define and recognize project Key Performance Indicators and manage the work within scope, quality, time, and cost constraints.Collaborate with stakeholders and IT solution teams to define test plans with well-evaluated business scenarios in relevant functional areas.Conduct project risk assessments and implement appropriate mitigation strategies with the project team.Actively manage all levels of stakeholders through an appropriate communication plan and perform timely escalation to the next level of management when necessary.Forecast project budget and staff needs.Actively track project progress and provide timely updates.Accountable for overall project success including cost, schedule, quality, and scope management.Project buyoff criteria identification.Work with project teams to develop training plans, training materials, and deliver necessary training sessions to ensure end-user awareness and preparedness for change.Coordinate other validation activities required by the project