Materials Manager

• Now Hiring:  MATERIALS MANAGER

• Location: Greater Los Angeles, CA.

• The position offers an annual base salary starting from $110K, in addition to company benefits. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s alignment with the role.

Roldan Executive Search Group has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing, high-performance player in the Consumer Products Industry that is constantly innovating.

The Materials Manager will be part of a team that play a critical role in supporting operations and ongoing expansion, as a key contributor to the operations and supply chain team, you will drive end-to-end planning activities from client demand forecasting to raw material procurement ensuring service excellence, cost optimization, and operational continuity.

We are seeking a highly analytical, results-driven, Hands-On Materials Manager to play a critical role in aligning customer demand with production execution and supply chain efficiency. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong ownership, and has a proven track record of optimizing planning, procurement, and inventory processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1.  Client Demand Planning:

Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts based on customer requirements, historical data, and market trends to ensure optimal service levels.

2.  Production Planning:

Translate demand signals into actionable production plans, balancing capacity, lead times, and operational constraints.

3.  Order Processing & Management:

Oversee the end-to-end order lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate order entry, tracking, and fulfillment.

4.  Raw Materials Purchasing:

Strategically source and procure raw materials, ensuring availability while optimizing cost, quality, and supplier performance.

5.  Purchase Order Requisition & Placement:

Generate, review, and manage purchase orders in alignment with production and inventory requirements.

6.  Inventory Control & Accuracy:

Work closely with Warehouse on maintaining optimal inventory levels, drive cycle count programs, and ensure high levels of inventory accuracy across all materials.

7.  Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner closely with Sales, Operations, Logistics, and Suppliers to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvement.

8.  Continuous Improvement:

Identify opportunities to streamline planning and procurement processes, reduce waste, and enhance supply chain performance.

Requirements:

1. Experience:

Minimum of 7+ years of progressive supply chain manufacturing experience , including at least 5 years in a supply chain / planning / buying leadership or management role within a chemical, liquids, pharmaceutical, food processing, or other regulated process-manufacturing environment.

2. Industry Experience:

Direct experience working in a manufacturing facility with chemical compounding, liquids, food processing, or similar batch-processing manufacturing . Experience with chemicals compounds for the human care is highly desirable.

3. Chemical Manufacturing Knowledge:

Strong understanding of the supply chain for batch manufacturing processes, chemical compounds, raw material handling, mixing and compounding operations.

4.  Analytical Skills:

Exceptional ability to analyze data, forecast demand, and make data-driven decisions.

5.  Organizational Strength:

Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

6.  Communication & Leadership:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

7.  Problem-Solving Mindset:

Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a continuous improvement mentality.

8. Systems & Computer Skills:

Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing reporting systems. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard business applications.

9. Language Skills:

Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish is required (spoken and written).

10. Work Authorization:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on a critical leadership role, please send your updated resume to Ricardo Lopez - Vice President, Roldan Executive Search Group - [email protected] and write: "MATERIALS MANAGER – Los Angeles" in the subject line.