Manager, Materials, Sr.

Woodbridge•Troy, MI

About The Position

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology. Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey! The Corporate Materials Manager provides enterprise-level leadership, governance, and enablement for Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) across assigned plants and business units. This role governs standards, systems, and performance expectations, ensuring consistent materials planning, inventory control, and customer service outcomes. The position partners with plant MP&L leaders but does not own day-to-day execution.

Requirements

Bilingual – English & Spanish.
Ability to travel internationally (minimum 25%).
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of progressive experience in MP&L operations within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Strong expertise in MP&L processes, ERP system functions, MS Excel.

Nice To Haves

APICS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Govern enterprise MP&L policies, standards, and best practices for portfolio of plants.
Own MP&L process design, system governance, and ERP standards; ensure data integrity and consistent use across plants.
Lead enterprise initiatives including ERP improvements, inventory optimization, warehouse management, regional/business unit capacity management, and customer scorecards.
Review MP&L performance at a portfolio level and drive corrective actions for systemic issues.
Establish expectations for supplier scheduling, freight, logistics, and offsite warehouse strategies for portfolio plants.
Develop MP&L capability through training frameworks, standard work, and functional talent development.
Provide functional leadership, coaching, and escalation support to plant MP&L teams.
Support plants with complex material constraints, supplier disruptions, capacity challenges, program transfers, and new customer launches.
Assist with selection, onboarding, and development of plant MP&L personnel.
Audit plant adherence to MP&L standards and support continuous improvement plans.
Partner with Operations, Sales, Finance, and IT to align material strategies with production plans, customer commitments, and financial objectives.
Provide governance and guidance for inventory reporting, materials-related controls, and month-end close processes.
Serve as a core member of the Corporate Materials / OPEX leadership community.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
Flexible Working Hours
Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

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