Branex · 1 day ago
Materials Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
10+ years expBranex Group is a Tier 1 Automotive Supplier seeking a strategic and dynamic Materials Manager to lead materials planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory control operations. The role involves overseeing a cross-functional team and driving efficient materials management processes that align with organizational goals and customer requirements.
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Responsibilities
Direct and support departmental staff, ensuring effective training, performance evaluation, and professional development to meet current and future business needs
Collaborate with manufacturing and customers to schedule production, manage transportation logistics, and maintain optimal inventory levels to meet demand
Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for accurate and timely materials management reporting
Oversee supplier relationships, focusing on performance metrics and participating in program management activities as needed
Ensure timely procurement of production and service components. Monitor inventory levels and cycle counts to meet company goals and maintain accuracy
Identify and drive initiatives for process improvement and cost reduction across materials operations
Establish and track Key Operating Indicators (KOIs) to measure departmental success and support strategic goals
Manage packaging and freight strategies, including premium freight, routing, and compliance with customer packaging requirements (e.g., CLIPS)
Review and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP), ensuring appropriate Min/Max inventory levels across all locations
Ensure all activities are properly documented and comply with company policies, including emergency evacuation procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Bailed Material Operation materials management, including direct supervision of staff, preferably within the automotive industry
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Owned Material Operation materials management, with demonstrated leadership in staff supervision, ideally in an automotive manufacturing environment
Minimum of 10 years' materials management experience
Strong, hands-on experience in Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing environments (Ford is a plus)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access) and materials management systems such as Trans4M
Familiarity with departmental procedures and guidelines related to materials operations
Work effectively within a unionized environment, adhering to collective bargaining agreements (CBA), labor contracts, and workplace policies
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information with discretion
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to commute to Chicago, IL
Preferred
MBA
CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management), CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), or APP (Associate Professional in Supply Chain Management) certifications
Multilingual capabilities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K + Match
PTO
Paid Holidays
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Branex
We specialize in comprehensive digital product development, staff augmentation services, mobile application development, website design, branding, and digital marketing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase