Materials Manager

-Develop and execute supply chain strategy aligned with company growth objectives-Lead purchasing, planning, scheduling, inventory control, and warehouse operations-Optimize inventory levels while maintaining exceptional customer service performance-Drive Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)-Develop long-range inventory planning strategies-Improve ERP/MRP utilization through data-driven decision making-Establish executive KPI dashboards and performance reporting-Lead manufacturing capacity planning initiatives-Develop supplier partnership strategies and performance management programs-Expand global sourcing opportunities while mitigating supply chain risk-Lead risk management and business continuity planning-Support capital planning and manufacturing expansion initiatives-Provide acquisition integration support for future business growth-Lead ERP implementation and continuous system improvement initiatives-Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement across the supply chain-Build scalable processes supporting long-term organizational growth-Build, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing Materials organization-Create succession plans and develop future leaders-Foster accountability through measurable performance metrics-Lead cross-functional initiatives across Operations, Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Quality-Present strategic recommendations and executive business cases to senior leadership-Influence organizational decisions through strong communication and analytical skillsQualifications:-Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering or related field, or relevant experience-7+ years of Materials Management or Supply Chain experience within a manufacturing environment-Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably contract manufacturing, with the ability to understand and manage material requirements in a highly customized operation-2+ years of leadership experience with responsibility for leading, mentoring and developing team members-Strong experience with inventory management and inventory control, including maintaining inventory accuracy and optimizing on-hand inventory levels-Strong experience with purchasing and supplier management, including negotiating pricing, rates and terms with suppliers-Experience developing and executing materials, purchasing or supply chain strategies with team members-Experience with ERP/MRP systems for inventory management, purchasing and material planning, preferably Vantage or Epicor