Material Planning & Warehouse Manager

Revology Cars•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Materials & Warehouse Manager is responsible for planning, purchasing , receiving, inventory control, warehousing, and materials flow to support production and on-time delivery. This role ensures the right materials are available at the right time, quantity, cost, and quality, while maintaining accurate inventory records and driving continuous improvement across the materials function

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business , Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, or supply chain in a manufacturing environment or automotive environment .
2+ years of people management experience
Ability to read/interpret BOMs, drawings, specs, and change notices.
Strong understanding of automotive parts, materials handling, and supply chain operations.
Proficient with ERP systems and inventory management software (experience with Syteline or similar preferred).
Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proven leadership skills with experience managing warehouse teams in a hands-on environment.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Strong commitment to quality, precision, and process improvement.
Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of import/export processes and international sourcing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Materials Planning & Production Support
Develop and manage materials plans aligned to the production schedule, sales forecasts, and customer demand.
Ensure uninterrupted material availability for manufacturing while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Scheduling to resolve shortages, substitutions, and priority shifts.
Maintain and improve MRP/ERP parameters (lead times, safety stock, reorder points, lot sizes).
Purchasing & Supplier Management
Oversee purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and indirect materials as needed.
Manage supplier performance around quality, lead time, cost, communication, and service levels.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to support cost and lead-time targets.
Identify and qualify new suppliers; lead dual-source or risk-mitigation strategies.
Warehouse Operations & Material Handling
Lead all warehouse activities including receiving, inspection coordination, put-away, stocking, picking, kitting, staging, and line delivery.
Manage warehouse layout, slotting, and space utilization to improve flow, access, and safety.
Establish standard work for material movement, FIFO/FEFO, labeling, and location control.
Oversee material handling equipment usage and maintenance (forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes/hoists, carts, racks).
Ensure timely staging of kits/materials to production and/or fulfillment areas.
Coordinate internal logistics routes and point-of-use replenishment where applicable.
Inventory Control & Accuracy
Own inventory accuracy through cycle count programs, audits, and transaction discipline.
Investigate variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions.
Maintain accurate location data, min/max levels, reorder points, and material statuses.
Control quarantined, non-conforming, excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory.
Ensure traceability and proper documentation for all material transactions.
Receiving & Shipping Coordination
Oversee inbound receiving schedules, unloading, verification, and system receipts.
Partner with Quality to ensure inspection workflows do not delay material availability.
Resolve shipment discrepancies, damages, and returns with suppliers/carriers.
Coordinate outbound shipping readiness (packaging, documentation, staging) as needed.
Track freight performance and support expediting for critical shortages.
Systems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Own data integrity for materials, BOM accuracy, inventory transactions, and supplier records.
Report KPIs such as inventory turns, stockouts, on-time delivery, supplier OTIF, and material cost variance.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools (5S, Kanban, VSM, ABC analysis).
Support cross-functional projects such as new product launch readiness, engineering changes, and cost reduction.
Leadership & Team Management
Manage and develop materials, purchasing , and warehouse staff.
Set clear goals, monitor performance, coach team members, and build a culture of accountability.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety rules, and regulatory standards.