Materials Manager

What you will be doing (Key Responsibilities):

· Own end-to-end materials planning and control: demand translation, supply plans, MRP/MPS settings, safety stocks, and planning parameters.

· Lead S&OP/SIOP cadence with ops, sales, and finance; drive alignment on demand, capacity, inventory, and build plans.

· Build and optimize purchasing strategies: supplier selection, qualification, performance management, and contract terms.

· Maintain healthy inventory: set and tune reorder points, min/max, ABC/XYZ classifications, cycle counts, and excess/obsolete programs.

· Partner with engineering on new product introduction (NPI): BOM readiness, lead-time risk, phase-in/out, and alternates.

· Monitor and improve material flow: receiving, kitting, WIP, and line-side availability; remove bottlenecks with data-driven process changes.

· Create dashboards for service level (OTIF), inventory turns, aging, lead time, and forecast accuracy; act on signals, not noise.

· Mitigate risk: dual-source, long-lead visibility, buffer strategies, and supply continuity plans for critical parts.

· Coach and develop a high-performing team across planning, purchasing, and stores; elevate standards and tools.

· Champion systems: configure ERP/MRP, clean masters (BOMs, routings, lead times), and drive adoption of best practices.

What do we need from you (Job Requirements):

· 6–10+ years in materials management, supply planning, or procurement in manufacturing or hardware-intensive environments.

· Deep experience with ERP/MRP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor) and planning concepts (MRP I/II, DRP, S&OP/SIOP).

· Proven track record improving OTIF, inventory turns, and forecast accuracy while reducing expedites and stockouts.

· Analytical mindset: Excel/Sheets power user; familiarity with SQL or BI tools is a plus.

· Solid understanding of BOM structures, ECOs, lead times, MOQ/SPQ, and costed BOMs; adept at part lifecycle management and alternates.

· Experience supporting NPIs and EOL transitions; comfortable balancing long-lead procurement with change agility.

· Certifications like APICS CPIM/CSCP or ISM CPSM are a plus.