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You will be responsible for Work capital.\nResponsibilities\nResponsible for building, analyzing, and distributing Raw and Pack material forecasts for accurate capacity planning.\nDevelop network level long range replenishment strategies for assigned packaging materials while optimizing the balance between supply availability and inventory investment.\nParticipate in cross functional project teams to support the execution of new product innovations and productivity by developing and managing network transition plan and on-time materials availability while minimizing costs.\nSupport inventory reduction initiatives entailing optimization of SAP MRP parameters, total supply chain process improvement, and application of lean principles.\nLead financial forecasting and mitigation of supply chain losses related to RPW inventory through internal transfers, shelf-life extensions, liquidations, alternate uses, and supplier buybacks and/or supplier recycling program.\nSupport S&OE with day to day supply disruptions through rapid & efficient solutions while identifying root causes & implementing corrective actions.\nAnalyze and drive efficiencies on projected volumes, capacity, business strategies, supplier performance, and contractual needs that best serve the business needs by balancing service and cost.\nDevelop long range supplier capacity plans and contingency plans to maintain supply continuity.\nEnsure material network availability for internal manufacturing production plans by supporting and directing finite scheduling teams through in class material planning routines.\nIdentify and execute continuous improvement/lean six sigma projects\nMaintain a habit of continuous learning and development through the company’s educational portal.\nQualifications we seek in you!\nMinimum qualifications\n· Good understanding of supply chain cycle, Manufacturing, organization structures and key metrics.\n· Demonstrates problem solving skills and working under tight timelines; multi-tasking abilities; exception-based management capability.\n· Ability to balance priorities across multiple internal and external stakeholders.\n· Ability to interact and build relations with senior management and key stakeholders.\n· Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.\n· Ability to work in a multicultural environment.\n· Bachelor's degree in related fields (Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related discipline)\n· SAP or other ERP/APS software experience and proven knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.\n· Has good understanding of supply chain and demand planning business drivers, organization structures and key metrics.\n· Strong team skills - Collaborative management and working style.\n· Effective Communication skills\n· Should possess high degree of versatility, good interpersonal skills, and excellent time management skills; should be a team player.\nPreferred qualifications\n4 Years minimum of applicable experience\nProficient in Excel\nWorking Knowledge with Power BI and Tableau\nUnderstanding of 09 and OMP\nProficient with SAP\nProject Management experience\n10% travel required to vendors and manufacturing facilities\nJob Type: Contract\nWork Location: In person","company":"TechSpace Solutions","rawCompany":"techspacesolutions","city":"Chicago","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:29:42.207Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3071.04","title":"Supply Chain Managers","slug":"supply-chain-managers"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"},{"code":"43-5061.00","title":"Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks","slug":"production-planning-and-expediting-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"561320","title":"Temporary Help Services","slug":"temporary-help-services"},{"code":"325211","title":"Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing","slug":"plastics-material-and-resin-manufacturing"},{"code":"325998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-chemical-product-and-preparation-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Materials Manager","description":"Job Title: Materials Manager\nLocation: Chicago, IL (Onsite)\nDuration: 12+ months\nSummary\nAs the headquarter materials Manager you will be responsible for ensuring materials and contract volumes are always available at the network level for our manufacturing sites to order for production. 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