materials management
materials management is the planning and control of the flow of material that are part of the inbound logistics system.
A total concept involving an organization structure unify into a single responsibility for the systematic flow and control of material from identification of need through usage and accounting of the same
materials management : Objectives
support operational requirements manage the material process efficiently & effectively select, develop, & maintain sources of supply develop strong relationships with other groups support organization goals develop integrated strategies that support organizational goals
scope of materials management
materials requirement planning & control procurement Inventory control Receiving and Inspection Transportation Material handling Disposal of materials value analysis
Responsibilities of mm
cost reduction optimum service level quality assurance low level of capital tied up coordinated inter-departmental effort