Posted Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM The North America team is currently looking for a Materials Manager to join our Taylorville, IL facility. The Materials Manager oversees supply chain operations within the manufacturing operation, including inventory control, production scheduling, receiving, and shipping. This role ensures the efficient flow of materials through the supply chain to support production goals, maintain optimal inventory levels, and meet customer delivery expectations. The Materials Manager leads a cross‑functional team and collaborates closely with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Finance to drive operational excellence. Your Impact Inventory Management Develop, implement, and maintain inventory control systems that ensure accurate material levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory. Monitor daily inventory transactions and oversee cycle counting and physical inventory processes. Analyze material usage, variances, and trends to recommend adjustments to inventory strategies. Ensure proper storage, handling, and traceability of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Production Scheduling Create and manage the master production schedule to align with customer demand, capacity constraints, and material availability. Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Sales to optimize workflow, reduce bottlenecks, and meet delivery commitments. Adjust schedules proactively based on changes in orders, supply disruptions, or operational issues. Track schedule performance and implement improvements to increase on‑time delivery. Receiving & Shipping Management Oversee all inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring materials are received, inspected, and stored accurately and efficiently. Ensure all shipping operations meet customer requirements, regulatory standards, and documentation accuracy. Maintain strong relationships with freight carriers and logistics partners to optimize transportation costs and performance. Establish and enforce standard operating procedures for receiving, shipping, and material handling. Lead, mentor, and develop a team across inventory, scheduling, receiving, and shipping functions. Foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure material availability and support supplier performance improvement. Work with Finance on inventory valuation, cost controls, and reporting accuracy. Process Improvement & Compliance Identify opportunities and implement lean manufacturing and supply chain best practices. Maintain compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. Utilize MRP systems to ensure data accuracy and support planning and reporting needs. Develop KPIs to track material flow, schedule adherence, inventory accuracy, and operational performance. Safety Responsibilities Employees are responsible for following all safety rules, policies, and procedures, including: Reporting unsafe practices or conditions. Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reporting near‑misses, incidents, injuries, or property damage. Participating in the site Safety and Health Program. Your Experience and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of materials management or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment. Supervisory or team leadership experience required. Strong knowledge of inventory management principles, MRP systems, and production scheduling. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MRP, DMM systems. Your Compensation and Benefits Expected total compensation for this role will be $72,000 to $147,000 annually depending upon job‑related knowledge, experience, and skills Eligible for annual bonus Benefits include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans You will be working onsite, role is based in Taylorville, IL. Office and plant/warehouse settings with possible loud noise and environmental variation. Regularly required to talk/hear; frequently stand, walk, use hands, and reach. Occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus. Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now! Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people. The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way. #J-18808-Ljbffr