Materials Manager

CPM Holdings, Inc. • Ponca City, OK

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Materials Manager to oversee the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials and products throughout our manufacturing facility. This role ensures the right materials are available at the right time and quantity to meet production demands while minimizing waste and cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control inventory levels to prevent shortages and excesses.
• Implement and maintain inventory accuracy systems (e.g., cycle counting, audits).
• Forecast material needs based on production schedules.
• Source and purchase raw materials and components.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with production planning and scheduling teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Address material shortages and expedite orders when necessary.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with safety standards.
• Optimize warehouse space utilization and material flow.
• Identify and implement improvements in material handling, storage, and procurement processes.
• Use lean manufacturing and just-in-time (JIT) principles to streamline operations.
• Lead, train, and develop materials and warehouse staff.
• Set performance goals and conduct regular evaluations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid holidays and vacations
• 401k
• Medical/dental insurance
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees