Job Summary
The Material Manager is responsible for end-to-end supply chain leadership for the Valve Division, with full ownership of inventory performance, procurement execution, and material strategy. This role ensures inventory is right-sized, properly positioned, and system-driven while enforcing discipline across procurement, planning, and data integrity. The position is accountable for working capital performance, cost savings, and supplier performance across the division.
Core ResponsibilitiesSupply Chain Ownership- Own end-to-end supply chain performance for the Valve Division
- Drive alignment between planning, purchasing, and operations
- Establish standardized supply chain processes across all locations
Inventory Strategy & Optimization- Own total inventory value and working capital performance
- Lead initiatives to right-size inventory
- Ensure Plan for Every Part (PFEP) discipline across all items
- Define stocking locations, reorder points, and order quantities
Procurement Leadership- Own and enforce procurement processes across the division
- Ensure alignment between purchasing and demand
- Standardize purchasing practices across all regions
Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management- Lead supplier pricing negotiations
- Lead sourcing strategies
- Deliver annual cost savings and cost mitigation targets
- Develop appropriate replenishment systems to reduce lead times / costs
- Validate, develop and manage new suppliers
ERP & Data Integrity- Own item master and vendor master accuracy
- Ensure correct lead times, pricing, and inventory parameters (ROP, ROQ/EOQ, etc.)
- Drive accountability for system accuracy
Planning & Material Flow- Lead planning processes and activities across the division
- Ensure proper inventory positioning and replenishment
- Align supply chain with sales and production demand
Performance Metrics- Inventory turns / Days inventory on hand
- Inventory values vs targets
- Supplier performance
- Cost savings, expedite rate? and system accuracy
- Direct labor utilization
Direct Reports- Planners
- Purchasing Specialists
- Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Reporting ToChief Operating Officer
Qualifications & Requirements- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 7-10+ years in supply chain or materials management
- Experience managing multi-site inventory
- Strong ERP and sourcing experience. NetSuite experience preferred
- Proven cost savings and working capital improvement
- Strong leadership and analytical skills
