Ruhrpumpen

Designs, manufactures, and services centrifugal pumps

Materials Manager

Operations & LogisticsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGarcía, Nuevo Leon, MexicoNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and other supply chain management software.
Strong knowledge of procurement, purchasing, and contract management.
Expertise in inventory management, inventory control, demand planning, and production scheduling.
Experience with material requirements planning (MRP) systems and manufacturing resource planning tools.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations.
Supplier management skills, including the ability to negotiate contracts effectively.
Analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for continuous process improvement.
Fluent English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Certification as an APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) is required.
Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Prior experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end materials procurement processes using enterprise resource planning systems.
Oversee inventory management, including inventory control, demand planning, and warehouse operations, to ensure optimal stock levels.
Apply lean manufacturing ideas to improve parts picking and develop a kitting process to make material flow to the production line more efficient.
Coordinate with suppliers to establish and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance.
Develop and implement production planning strategies aligned with manufacturing schedules and demand forecasts.
Use material requirements planning tools to support production scheduling and resource allocation.
Lead logistics efforts related to inbound materials, outbound shipments, and warehouse organization.
Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve supply chain efficiency.
Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance teams to streamline operations.
Monitor supply chain key performance indicators and prepare reports to identify areas for improvement in materials management processes.

Desired Qualifications

Completion of a leadership class is desired.

Working at Ruhrpumpen means being part of a team that values innovation, dynamism, and creativity. Join our team, experience making a difference and build your career!

MATERIALS MANAGER

Purpose:
The Materials Manager oversees the procurement, inventory, and supply chain operations within our manufacturing environment. It is responsible for managing materials flow, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring seamless coordination between production and suppliers. This role requires a strong understanding of ERP systems, procurement processes, and supply chain management to support manufacturing efficiency and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end materials procurement processes using ERP systems.
Oversee inventory management, including inventory control, demand planning, and warehouse operations to ensure optimal stock levels.
Enable lean Manufacturing ideas to proper do the parts picking more efficient and develop a kitting process to make more efficient the material flow to the line
Coordinate with suppliers to establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance.
Develop and implement production planning strategies aligned with manufacturing schedules and demand forecasts.
Utilize MRP (Material Requirements Planning) tools to support production scheduling and resource allocation.
Lead logistics efforts related to inbound materials, outbound shipments, and warehouse organization.
Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve supply chain efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance to streamline operations.
Monitor supply chain KPIs and prepare reports to identify areas for improvement in materials management processes.

Requeriments:

Proficiency in ERP systems and other supply chain management software.
Strong knowledge of procurement, purchasing, and contract management.
Expertise in inventory management, inventory control, demand planning, and production scheduling.
Experience with MRP systems and manufacturing resource planning tools.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations.
Excellent supplier management skills with the ability to negotiate contracts effectively.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data for continuous process improvement.
Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments and with external partners.
Prior experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Fluent English Level Read, written, spoken
Lean Manufacturing Knowledge
CPIM APICS certified (Obligatory)
Leadership class taken desired
5 years experience in manufacturing environment

This position offers an opportunity to lead critical supply chain functions that directly impact operational success while working in a dynamic manufacturing environment committed to excellence.

At Ruhrpumpen, we value every employee, recognizing that each person contributes to our success through their position. We are a growing team, join us and live Rurhpumpen!

About the Company

Ruhrpumpen

Designs, manufactures, and services centrifugal pumps

Ruhrpumpen designs, manufactures, sells, and services centrifugal and reciprocating pumps for oil and gas, chemical, and water-treatment industries. Its Global Proposal System helps customers select and size pumps to match specific process needs. An in-house foundry produces gray iron, ductile iron, low-carbon steel, and stainless steels, enabling vertical integration and material control. The goal is to deliver reliable, high-quality pumping solutions worldwide and support customers with installation, service, and performance optimization.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Monterrey, Mexico
Founded: 1950

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