Materials & Rail Logistics Manager – Resin Sourcing

Novolex Corporate•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This on-site leadership role is responsible for choreographing the end-to-end movement of resins, packaging, and finished product. The position involves leading the flow of materials from railcar to finished goods, with a constant focus on safety, quality, and cost. Weekly activities include early Gemba walks to review 6S and food safety, and late-week reviews of on-time, in-full performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Hands-on shipping and receiving leadership
Warehouse operations management
Distribution and network experience
ERP & MRP proficiency
Production planning and scheduling expertise
Inventory control and accuracy management
Broad supply chain management knowledge
Sourcing and procurement capability
Supplier negotiation skills

Responsibilities

Design and execute supply chain plans that keep production, distribution, and finished-goods inventory in sync—optimizing product flow across the plant and network.
Own timely delivery of all production inputs, with hands-on responsibility for resin procurement, demand forecasting, and rail logistics support.
Partner with Production, Asset Care, and cross-functional teams to build plant schedules that maximize schedule adherence and drive on-time, in-full outcomes.
Drive inventory accuracy through disciplined cycle counts and scheduled physical inventories.
Run warehouse operations end-to-end: labor and dock scheduling, material handling, shipping, and receiving.
Track material usage and collaborate with Operations to eliminate variances and improve yields.
Serve as the liaison among Procurement, Operations, and IBP for all things MRP—ensuring signals translate into executable plans.
Support the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process with credible data and cross-functional alignment.
Help shape policies, procedures, guidelines, and training that safeguard quality while controlling cost.
Conduct distribution/network analyses, monitor inventory positions, and craft strategies that hit delivery lead times and target fill rates.
Maintain accurate records and generate clear, actionable reports.
Coordinate logistics activities with internal partners and external customers to remove friction from inbound and outbound flows.
Model a safety-first mindset and 6S discipline; lead weekly plant-wide Gemba walks to verify 6S, safety, and food safety compliance.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and audit requirements, and uphold the PEPS continuous improvement system.
Engage, coach, and develop team members to build the next generation of leaders.