Materials Manager (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Materials Manager (Logistics/Manufacturing): Leading and optimizing materials management, inventory control, and procurement functions to ensure steady material flow for production with an accent on supply chain strategy and operational efficiency. Focus on implementing ERP/MRP systems, mitigating supply risks, and managing cross-functional team performance to meet customer demand.

Location: On-site in Saint Pauls, NC

Company

A leading global brand with a 150-year history providing innovative and sustainable water solutions for residential and commercial settings.

What you will do

• Provide senior-level leadership for shipping, receiving, planning, procurement, and inventory control functions.
• Establish and improve enterprise-wide material management strategies to optimize cost, working capital, and service levels.
• Manage end-to-end materials activities and inventory performance metrics, including turns and backorders.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to develop demand forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Oversee procurement governance, contract reviews, and the disposition of obsolete inventory.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of planners and purchasing agents to foster a culture of accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in materials management, supply chain, or procurement.
• 2+ years in a senior leadership or people management role.
• Deep expertise with ERP, MRP/MPS systems and proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Ability to work onsite in Saint Pauls, NC, Monday through Friday.

Nice to have

• Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proven track record of driving measurable operational improvements.
• Advanced analytical capabilities for statistical analysis and financial trade-off evaluation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage and retirement benefits.
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity and paternity leave.
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement.
• Fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs.