Materials Manager

Materials Manager – High-Volume Manufacturing & Sap ImplementationThis role will serve as the senior supply chain leader for our high-volume autonomous supercapacitor manufacturing operations, including SMT production. The position reports to the Director of Operations and is based on-site at our advanced manufacturing facility. It is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for end-to-end supply chain performance, global sourcing strategy, and Tier 1 OEM customer engagement.How You Will Do ItBuild and execute supply chain strategies that support high-volume supercapacitor and SMT production while meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets.Lead the end-to-end SAP ERP implementation across procurement, inventory, production planning, and logistics, ensuring seamless integration and user adoption.Drive measurable improvements in OTIF, inventory turns, supplier performance, and MRP accuracy using SAP analytics and KPI dashboards.Facilitate and continuously improve the SIOP process, ensuring alignment between demand forecasts, production capacity, inventory targets, and financial objectives.Strengthen global sourcing resilience by identifying risks, qualifying suppliers, and implementing mitigation strategies for geopolitical, logistics, and reliability challenges.Serve as the primary supply chain interface for Tier 1 OEM customers, ensuring compliance with contractual, quality, and delivery requirements.What We Look For – QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field.5+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, production planning, and logistics within a manufacturing environmentExperience supporting electronics manufacturing, including SMT (Surface Mount Technology) operations.Proven leadership experience managing materials, warehouse, and logistics teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.PreferredExperience supporting OEM customers and customer demand planning.Exposure to warehouse automation technologies, including Automated Mobile Robots (AMRs).Experience with plant startups, facility expansions, or New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.Meadowbrook - Lithium IonOur Meadowbrook, Michigan, plant produces lithium-ion batteries and runs a research lab. We began operations in 2010 and now employ more than 110 people and operate six days per week. We're mindful of the profound impact we have on our planet and are proud to operate in a LEED Gold Certified facility. Our employees are actively involved in the community and volunteer for a variety of local organizations.Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.What you get:Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hireTuition reimbursement, perks, and discountsParental and caregiver leave programsAll the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance ProgramGlobal market strength and worldwide market share leadershipHQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facilityClarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.Who we are: Clarios is the force behind the world's most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we're not just making batteries; we're shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.Veterans/Military Spouses: We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.Equal Employment Opportunity:We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.