Job Description

Job Title: Materials Manager

Location: On Site - Mesquite, Texas, United States

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Skills: Material Requirements Planning, Material Management, Warehouse Management, Inventory, Production Planning

About the Manufacturing Industry / The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced materials management professional looking for an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a motivated and energetic Materials Manager to oversee and optimize material operations, including inbound, outbound, and internal movements. This role offers the chance to contribute to a growing organization renowned for its market presence, innovation, and ability to attract top talent in the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and direct all material movements into, inside, and out of the facility.
• Develop, train, and continuously improve material management policies and procedures.
• Track and report on key performance indicators to measure material management effectiveness.
• Lead daily coordination meetings with managers to achieve material requirements and efficient warehouse space utilization.
• Develop warehouse plans for raw materials and finished goods storage and manage incoming and outgoing material flows.
• Collaborate closely with purchasing to ensure timely deliveries and material readiness for production.
• Supervise an inventory control team of 1-3 personnel.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Must-Have Skills:

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in materials management or warehouse management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to effectively manage material flow and collaborate with purchasing and facility staff.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with proven implementation capabilities.
• Ability to handle pressure in customer situations and meet deadlines effectively.
• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a similar discipline preferred.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Belted in lean principles such as Kaizen, Kanban, 5S, Six Sigma, and 5 Why.
• Proven experience in change management and development of standard operating procedures.
• Spanish language proficiency.
• Knowledge of manufacturing industry best practices in material and warehouse management.
• Experience in supervising and developing small teams.

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