Materials Manager
Location: Whippany, NJ
Summary
A rapidly growing aerospace manufacturer is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Materials Manager to lead procurement and materials operations in a high-performance manufacturing environment. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for driving supplier performance, ensuring material availability, developing talent, and supporting critical customer delivery commitments.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization, from the shop floor to executive leadership. This individual will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bring a strong sense of urgency and accountability, and play a key role in supporting continued business growth within a thriving aerospace operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Buyers while fostering a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Drive supplier performance through strategic negotiations focused on cost, delivery, quality, and long-term partnerships.
- Manage procurement activities across key aerospace commodities including machined components, castings, electronics, harnesses, PCBs, and electromechanical assemblies.
- Ensure uninterrupted material flow to support production schedules, customer commitments, and operational objectives.
- Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Business Unit leadership to proactively resolve supply chain constraints.
- Monitor supplier metrics, inventory health, shortages, and delivery performance to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
- Champion inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining material availability and operational efficiency.
- Serve as a highly visible leader on the production floor, engaging teams, removing roadblocks, and driving execution.
- Lead supplier recovery efforts and escalation activities to ensure on-time delivery performance.
- Support business growth initiatives through scalable supply chain processes, strategic planning, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Proven experience leading procurement, purchasing, materials, or supply chain teams within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong background negotiating supplier pricing, lead times, and contractual commitments.
- Experience managing suppliers supporting complex manufacturing operations.
- ERP/MRP system experience required.
- Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop teams, influence stakeholders, and drive measurable results.
- Strong executive presence, communication skills, and business acumen.
- U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance Programs
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Career Growth Opportunities
Schedule: 100% Onsite | Monday-Friday
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