Materials Manager

Red Frog Solutions

$115K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain within manufacturing
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
  • Prior leadership experience managing Buyer/Planner teams
  • Proven track record of driving supplier accountability and performance
  • Experience in managing inventory levels aligned with supply chain objectives
  • Demonstrated ability in cost reduction initiatives
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee Buyer/Planner activities for timely procurement and planning execution
  • Coordinate with Manufacturing to ensure smooth production schedules
  • Monitor supplier performance; implement corrective actions as necessary
  • Manage and resolve material shortages and supply chain escalations
  • Ensure inventory levels meet management objectives
  • Participate in supplier meetings to align on performance and improvements
  • Support and drive continuous improvement and cost-saving projects

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth in a growing company
  • On-site position fostering collaboration and team engagement
  • Chance to lead and innovate in supply chain processes
  • Engagement with suppliers and stakeholders for impactful relationships
  • Involvement in strategic initiatives driving organizational success
Full Job Description
Job Description
Materials Manager

Mentor, OH area - On-site

$115K-$130K

Summary

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a Materials Manager to lead material planning, procurement execution, and supplier management for assigned product lines. This role oversees Buyer/Planner activities and ensures material availability supports production schedules and customer commitments.

Requirements

Prior experience in a procurement or supply chain role within a manufacturing experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

Prior leadership or supervisory experience, including leading or supporting Buyer/Planner teams

Experience driving supplier accountability for on-time delivery and quality performance (e.g. OTD and PPM targets)

Experience monitoring and managing inventory levels to support inventory management objectives

Experience supporting supply chain productivity and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience leading cost reduction or cost avoidance projects to offset inflationary increases

Experience managing material shortages, past dues, and supply chain escalations

Experience coordinating with Manufacturing and Operations to support production schedules and job release activities

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Responsibilities

Lead Buyer/Planner activities to ensure timely procurement, planning execution, and on-time job starts

Coordinate with Manufacturing and Operations to support production schedules, job release, and shortage recovery

Monitor and drive supplier performance on delivery, quality, and responsiveness, including corrective action and recovery plans

Manage material shortages, past dues, and supply chain escalations

Monitor inventory levels and support inventory management objectives

Participate in supplier meetings and business reviews

Support supply chain productivity, continuous improvement, and cost reduction initiatives

Maintain accurate planning parameters, purchase order status, and supplier communication

Maintain accurate planning parameters, purchase order status, and supplier communication

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