** Materials Manager

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.