MATERIALS MANAGER

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About The Position

Drive Innovation. Lead Transformation. Deliver Excellence.
Are you a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives on orchestrating seamless product launches, optimizing material flow, and driving continuous improvement? Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations while delighting customers with world-class delivery performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in material control and production scheduling.
• Leading material control teams directly.
• SAP expertise is a must.
• Proven success implementing MRP systems in production environments.
• Assertive leader with sharp prioritization and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills — both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

• APICS CPIM certification strongly desired.
• Background in automotive Tier-1, cold stamping, or coil steel logistics is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own product launch logistics – manage all material and supply chain aspects of new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Be the voice of the customer – oversee customer portals, uphold all logistics requirements, and ensure expectations are consistently exceeded.
• Deliver with precision – monitor delivery performance, follow up on requirements, and ensure service part orders are scheduled, produced, and shipped flawlessly.
• Lead continuous improvement – drive cross-functional initiatives like 5S, Kaizen, SMED, and optimized material flow to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance & safety – uphold OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and promote a safety-first culture.
• Drive financial discipline – manage departmental budgeting and optimize resources for maximum impact.
• Inspire collaboration – lead and mentor teams while partnering with stakeholders across the organization to achieve operational excellence.

Benefits

• This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to:
• Shape the future of how products are launched and delivered.
• Lead innovation in materials management and logistics excellence.
• Grow your influence in a high-impact role with visibility across the organization.
• Be part of a winning team that values safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees