Materials Manager
Core
Lead materials planning, purchasing, inventory control, and inbound logistics for a manufacturing facility to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
Role type
Senior Materials Manager (Supply Chain)
Builds
Material flow and inventory strategies for HVACR and cold chain manufacturing
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
Materials management, Purchasing, Inventory control, ERP/MRP systems, Team leadership, S&OP, Supplier relationship management, Data analysis, Lean methodologies
Preferred skills
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), APICS CPIM/CSCP, Oracle ERP expertise, Global supplier network management, Inventory optimization
Technologies
Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, Infor
Responsibilities
Lead a team of ~13 employees in buyers, planning, and stockroom operations; Manage demand planning and inventory optimization using ERP systems; Partner with Production, Engineering, and Sales to align material planning with business objectives; Drive continuous improvement in inventory turns and supplier performance; Manage domestic, international, and intercompany supplier relationships; Present material planning strategies and KPIs to senior leadership.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership