Materials Manager

Description

Summary

The Materials Manager serves as the critical link between material planning, production scheduling, supply chain strategy, and shop floor execution, driving a stable, predictable production environment. The role combines leadership of materials management with direct ownership of production control and logistics execution.

This position plays a key role in delivering on-time shipments, optimizing inventory, and enabling operational excellence through strong daily management, cross-functional coordination, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

· Lead and develop teams across scheduling, shipping, receiving, warehouse, and inventory control.

· Establish clear accountability, standard work, and performance expectations.

· Promote a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Production Control & Schedule Execution

· Own creation and execution of the production schedule to meet customer demand.

· Drive schedule adherence through monitoring work orders, WIP, and output.

· Identify risks early and take action to protect delivery performance.

· Ensure alignment between production plans, capacity, and material availability.

Material Planning & Flow

· Ensure timely availability of materials to support production schedules.

· Coordinate material flow including kitting, staging, and replenishment.

· Resolve material shortages and bottlenecks quickly.

· Align inventory levels with production needs.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

· Maintain inventory control processes to ensure accuracy and optimal levels.

· Minimize excess and obsolete inventory.

· Ensure accuracy through cycle counts and audits.

Shipping, Receiving & Logistics

· Oversee receiving processes for accuracy and timeliness.

· Lead shipping operations to ensure on-time delivery.

· Optimize logistics processes for efficiency and cost.

· Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Purchasing & Supplier Coordination

· Support sourcing and supplier performance.

· Collaborate to mitigate supply risks and improve lead times.

· Maintain strong supplier relationships.

Flow Stability & Issue Resolution

· Maintain a stable production environment by identifying disruptions.

· Drive rapid escalation and resolution of issues.

· Partner cross-functionally to remove constraints.

Process Improvement & Reporting

· Analyze performance data to improve flow, cost, and delivery.

· Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

· Utilize ERP/MRP systems for execution and reporting.

· Provide visibility to risks and performance.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field.

· Equivalent experience considered.

Experience

· 5+ years in materials management, production control, or logistics.

· Experience leading teams across scheduling and warehouse functions. 3-5 years of supervisory experience preferred.

· Strong ERP/MRP experience.

· Lean / Continuous Improvement experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.

· Moderate noise environment typical of a manufacturing setting.

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