Materials Manager
Materials Manager
Base Salary: $100,000-$140,000
Location: Tennessee (On-site)
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing
Summary
A leading heavy‑manufacturing organization is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee end‑to‑end materials planning, inventory control, and program optimization across a high‑volume, process-driven environment. This role is ideal for a proactive leader with a strong analytical mindset and proven experience in global materials management.
You will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, driving operational excellence, and supporting strategic initiatives across supply chain, procurement, and production teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the materials management function, including planning, scheduling, inventory optimization, and material flow.
- Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, procurement, production, and engineering to ensure operational readiness.
- Develop, enhance, and optimize materials management programs, processes, and workflows.
- Monitor and improve inventory accuracy, service levels, and forecast alignment.
- Utilize data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support global and multi-site coordination efforts as applicable.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Qualifications
- BS/BA Degree required; advanced degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field preferred.
- ASCM or APICS certification preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in Materials Management within global, process-driven companies.
- Demonstrated experience building and optimizing materials management programs.
- Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Experience in heavy or complex manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
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