Materials Manager

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Summary

The Materials Manager is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, supplies, and services required to support efficient manufacturing operations in a lean production environment. Reporting directly to the Controller this role works cross-functionally with Project Management, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Shipping, and Administration to ensure timely availability of materials, inventory accuracy, and cost-effective purchasing practices.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong analytical and communication skills and experience coordinating purchasing activities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, components, consumables, and services required for manufacturing and operational needs.
• Maintain supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable delivery performance.
• Work closely with Project Managers to understand project timelines and material requirements.
• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure all required components are available to meet production and project deadlines.
• Monitor supply chain risks and proactively address material shortages or delays.
• Partner with the Quality Department to ensure incoming materials and components meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Assist the Maintenance Department with sourcing and purchasing equipment, spare parts, tools, and maintenance-related supplies.
• Collaborate with the Shipping Department to track purchased items through the manufacturing process.
• Work with administration to ensure the accurate recording of inventory transactions within the ERP
• Maintain accurate records of receipts, transfers, returns, and adjustments.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, including month-end inventory verification.
• Work with the Administration Department to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or related field preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines
• Minimum 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within a lean manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems and ERP/MRP software.
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Organizational excellence
• Negotiation skills
• Inventory management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Accountability and follow-through
• Continuous improvement

Pay: $65,100.01-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person