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Talent Groups · 1 week ago

Materials Manager

Greater Chattanooga

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Talent Groups is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee the planning and coordination of inventory and materials operations at a primary manufacturing site in North America. This role is crucial for ensuring timely access to materials for production while driving supply chain excellence and continuous improvement.

IT Management

Hiring Manager

Santhosh Raj

Responsibilities

Lead and execute supply chain operational excellence aligned with long-term strategic goals

Support procurement cost-savings initiatives through negotiations and sourcing alignment

Achieve inventory targets, optimize inventory turns, and minimize stockouts

Manage best-in-class inventory control and cycle count programs with 99%+ accuracy

Ensure high aftermarket performance with 95% Fill Rate and 99% On-Time Delivery

Align materials strategy with overall business growth objectives

Improve material movement processes to reduce waste and increase efficiency

Implement and standardize best-practice materials management processes

Oversee material control, storage, transportation, and delivery of all materials

Track and report key performance metrics

Lead and support the team to ensure timely order placement and expediting when required

Communicate shortages, risks, and process improvements to leadership

Collaborate closely with operational leads and material planning teams to support the master schedule

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementMaterials ManagementOracle ERPASCM / APICS / ISM certificationsLeadership skillsStakeholder managementGlobal matrix environment experienceManufacturing operations experienceAttention to detailProblem-solving skills