Materials Manager

What You'll OwnReporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead all materials functions, including:Purchasing and supplier performanceProduction planning and schedulingInventory control and working capital optimizationWarehouse operations and material flowYou will serve as a key member of the plant leadership team - aligning materials strategy with production, engineering, and business objectives.What Success Looks Like in Year OneEnterprise Impact:Achieve consistent material availability supporting 95% on-time deliveryImprove inventory turns, schedule attainment, and on-time delivery performanceReduce past-due orders by 20%Inventory & Working Capital:* Reduce excess and obsolete inventory by 20%* Improve inventory accuracy by 15%Supplier Performance & Cost:* Improve supplier delivery, quality, and lead times* Contribute to cost reduction initiativesWarehouse & Material Flow:* Optimize warehouse layout and flow* Improve safety performanceLeadership & Systems:Build and develop a high-performing materials teamEstablish KPI cadence and accountabilityImprove ERP/MRP utilizationLead continuous improvement initiativesWhat You'll Do Day-to-Day:Balance inventory vs. availability using dataLead planning, purchasing, and inventory strategyManage supplier performance and riskAlign cross-functional prioritiesTrack KPIs for inventory, delivery, and supplier performanceDevelop team capabilityWhat We're Looking For:Required:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related7-10+ years manufacturing/materials leadership experienceERP/MRP experience (Epicor, SAP, etc.)Strong financial and operational acumenYou'll Thrive Here If You:Are data-drivenInfluence without authorityDevelop peopleThink long-termOwn resultsWhy This Is a Career Move - Not Just a Job:Build and transform a materials functionDirect impact on plant performanceHigh-visibility leadership roleCareer growth opportunityWork Environment:* 80% plant / 20% office* Physical and safety considerations apply