Materials Supervisor

Enerpac Tool Group Corp•Munsons Corners, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials Supervisor leads shipping and receiving, inventory management, production planning, procurement, and customer service. This role is accountable for maintaining the flow of materials and information needed to meet customer demand, support efficient operations, and optimize inventory. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, deep experience with ERP/MRP systems, and a track record of process improvement. The role leads supplier negotiations, manages supplier performance through scorecards and development programs, and supports system enhancements across the materials organization. It directly affects revenue realization, operational efficiency, on-time delivery, customer satisfaction, and inventory optimization through proactive coordination, planning leadership, and cross-functional execution. The position is based onsite in Cortland, New York, Monday through Friday, with up to 40% flexibility at the manager's discretion. Evenings and weekends may be required, and travel up to 20% may include domestic and international business travel. The salary range is $78,780–$118,170. The role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. The Materials Supervisor leads and develops personnel across shipping, receiving, planning, inventory, and procurement. The role serves as the ERP/MRP subject matter expert, coordinates across Operations, Quality, and Customer Service, and supports quality, compliance, safety, and continuous improvement activities, including QMS and ISO 13485 requirements.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience managing shipping and receiving, inventory control, production planning, and/or procurement functions.
Strong understanding of inventory management principles, forecasting, production planning, and procurement processes.
Proven success leading supplier negotiations and supplier performance improvement initiatives.
Significant experience utilizing and improving ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft packages.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in materials management, supply chain, procurement, or manufacturing operations.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting documents or work materials up to 30 pounds, walking and climbing to work locations, and using a computer and telephone for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting ERP implementations, upgrades, or major system improvement projects.
Proficiency with Power BI.
Experience with customer portals or sales management software.
Experience in medical device manufacturing or a similarly regulated industry.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Oversee inventory management to maintain material availability and optimal inventory levels.
Develop and monitor inventory control processes to improve accuracy, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts.
Analyze inventory trends, cycle-count results, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Partner with Operations to ensure accurate inventory transactions in accordance with established procedures.
Participate in daily operational management meetings and communicate delivery risks, operational priorities, and customer concerns.
Lead procurement activities, including supplier selection, purchasing, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
Negotiate supplier agreements covering cost, quality, delivery, and service.
Maintain supplier scorecards and collaborate with cross-functional teams on corrective actions, improvement initiatives, and risk mitigation.
Identify and mitigate supply-chain risks through strategic sourcing and supplier development.
Lead production planning, scheduling, shipping, receiving, warehousing, and order fulfillment to support customer requirements and manufacturing objectives.
Coordinate with Operations, Quality, and Customer Service to align demand, capacity, and inventory availability.
Ensure timely and accurate movement of materials and finished goods while meeting quality and delivery expectations.
Monitor on-time delivery, freight performance, packaging costs, and material flow to identify operational improvements.
Resolve fulfillment challenges and customer delivery concerns.
Ensure compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
Serve as the ERP/MRP subject matter expert for planning, purchasing, inventory management, and reporting processes.
Develop and use reports, tools, and analytics to improve data accuracy, visibility, and operational performance.
Lead system enhancements, process improvements, and implementation activities; train and mentor team members on system use and best practices.
Lead, coach, and develop personnel across shipping, receiving, planning, inventory, and procurement functions.
Set performance expectations and accountability through regular performance management activities.
Foster safety, problem solving, continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer focus; monitor departmental KPIs and implement action plans.
Develop and maintain procedures, work instructions, and documentation supporting the company’s QMS and ISO 13485 requirements.
Support CAPA activities, audit preparation, and compliance initiatives; ensure adherence to good documentation practices and site safety requirements.
Provide functional backup support across the materials organization as needed.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and operational excellence.