Materials Manager

Primary Responsibilities Support operational strategy execution, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, promote accountability and continuous improvement, and address supply chain challenges. Site Leadership & Strategy Support the execution of operational strategy aligned with business goals and growth plans Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business objectives into actionable plans Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across supply chain and site leadership Act as a key partner in addressing supply chain challenges and supporting broader operational initiatives Supply Chain & Materials Leadership Oversee and guide supply chain activities including procurement, planning, inventory, and warehouse operations Develop and execute sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives Work closely with production teams to align materials planning with schedules and forecasts Drive inventory optimization and working capital improvements Financial Ownership Support delivery of site‑level financial performance, including budget development, cost control, and margin improvement Monitor and drive reductions in labor, material, and overhead costs Identify and execute cost savings and efficiency initiatives Support capital investment planning and ROI‑driven decision‑making Operational Excellence Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across operations and supply chain using Lean principles Help establish and monitor KPIs to drive performance and accountability Ensure compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and HSE standards Drive root cause problem‑solving and sustainable corrective actions People Leadership Lead, coach, and develop supply chain teams across procurement, planning, inventory, and warehousing Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and performance management Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication Education & Experience Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain Demonstrated experience leading multi‑functional teams (operations + materials/supply chain) Experience with full P&L or site‑level financial responsibility strongly preferred Job Requirements Proven ability to lead at both strategic and tactical levels Strong financial and operational acumen Advanced problem‑solving and decision‑making capability Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and data‑driven operations Lean / Six Sigma experience preferred Behavioral Competencies Leadership & Accountability Strategic Execution Influence & Decision Making Continuous Improvement Technical Competencies Manufacturing Operations Management Supply Chain Strategy & Execution Financial & Cost Management Production Planning & ERP Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr