Asset Manager

Location: Columbus, MT

POSITION SUMMARY: The asset manager is responsible for managing the daily operation for the equipment procurement, inventory management and maintenance function. The asset manager is a true first level manager that ensures the project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. This person has the full authority for personnel actions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for all strategic acquisition, life cycle analysis of the assets (current and new) in conjunction with the operations and maintenance teams (mobile, stationary, fixed plant).
• Ensures proper tracking of asset records, licenses, inspections, warrantees, and service agreements for the organization's equipment
• Minimizes organizational cost through product standardization and life cycle analysis
• Documents and tracks equipment quality throughout the product lifetime
• Partners with operations to determine go forward strategy encompassing all asset use, including green initiatives
• Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs
• Directs the management of company equipment including procurement activities, preventative maintenance, repairs/replacement and safety assurance.
• Manage through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity.
• Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility.
• Gives input to develop annual budget
• Acts as project manager for continued operational process improvement
• Supports safety initiatives and best practice for equipment usage
• Supports equipment utilization and optimization projects

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree
• Extensive knowledge of department processes.
• 5 years of experience in the related area as an individual contributor
• 1-3 years supervisory experience
• 3 years managerial experience
• Experience in Inventory Systems
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Ability to plan and organize as well as communicate effectively to cross functional disciplines
• Working knowledge of other disciplines - Procurement, Maintenance and IS (JDE Specific)
• Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.
• 2+ years of Asset management operating modules experience

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Problem solving and analyzing data
• Report Writing
• Experience in Mining Industry or construction asset based companies
• Other duties as assigned