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iMPact Business Group
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Materials Manager
Posted: 06/03/2025
2025-06-03
2025-07-14
Job Type:
Permanent/Direct Hire
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 26318
Pay Rate: $ 100000.00 - $ 120000.00
Job Description
Our client is seeking a seasoned Materials Manager to lead and evolve their materials and supply chain operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for an operations-savvy professional who thrives at the intersection of planning, procurement, inventory control, and cross-functional collaboration. The right candidate will bring leadership, technical know-how, and a drive for continuous improvement to ensure materials are available, cost-effective, and aligned with production goals.
This is a critical role overseeing everything from vendor negotiation and supply chain forecasting to inventory reporting and team development. You'll be a key voice in shaping strategy and driving results, with visibility among senior leaders and direct impact on the company's success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and implement a fully integrated, cross-functional planning process covering forecasting, scheduling, inventory management, and materials planning.
- Interpret production schedules and engineering specs to support raw material planning and procurement.
- Source and negotiate with vendors to secure optimal pricing and quality; manage purchase orders and delivery timelines.
- Oversee incoming materials and logistics to ensure quality standards are met and defective materials are addressed swiftly.
- Maintain and monitor inventory accuracy; prepare and present monthly inventory reports to leadership.
- Investigate and resolve material variances in coordination with production teams.
- Manage urgent material needs by arranging expedited supplies as required.
- Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to align on material costs, shortages, and variances.
- Mentor and train team members in inventory control, purchasing, and planning processes.
- Foster strong relationships with contractors and suppliers to maintain reliability in the supply chain.
- Communicate supply chain strategies and performance updates to senior executives.
- Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives, including participation in team-based improvement programs.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety and quality policies at all times.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficient in analyzing production needs and translating them into material and supply plans.
- Solid understanding of material specifications and production requirements.
- Demonstrated success in sourcing, purchasing, and cost management.
- Advanced knowledge of inventory control methods and tools (traditional and modern).
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong computer proficiency, including inventory and ERP systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with behavioral-based safety programs.
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience within a materials or logistics team.
- Knowledge of regulatory or quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
- ERP implementation or optimization experience.
Titles Encouraged to Apply:
- Supply Chain Manager
- Inventory Control Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Planning and Logistics Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Operations Manager - Materials
- Materials Planning Supervisor
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