Material Manager
Core
Lead material planning and procurement strategies to support production, improve inventory performance, and strengthen supplier on-time delivery.
Role type
Senior Material Manager
Builds
Production supply chain and inventory systems
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
Material planning, Demand forecasting, Inventory management, Supplier performance management, Risk mitigation, SAP proficiency, Team leadership, KPI tracking, Lean Six Sigma, Advanced Excel
Preferred skills
International supplier management, APICS CPIM certification, People management (3+ years)
Technologies
SAP, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and implement direct material procurement strategies, Lead the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) initiative, Own inventory planning and financial management, Drive supplier performance and continuous improvement, Develop risk mitigation strategies to prevent material shortages, Establish and track key performance metrics, Partner with Procurement and Supplier Quality, Improve the use of SAP and business tools, Ensure adherence to quality and safety requirements, Develop and strengthen the team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management