The Materials Manager oversees planning, procurement, storage, and delivery of materials to ensure seamless automotive manufacturing. They lead materials planning, inventory control, logistics, and shipping/receiving functions to meet delivery deadlines, control costs, and comply with quality standards like IATF 16949.
Responsibilities include managing and developing teams, coordinating with suppliers and customers, ensuring communication between staff and management, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. They administer policies, handle personnel hiring and evaluations, schedule tasks, and oversee inventory accuracy and cycle counts.
Qualifications require a bachelor's degree, 5+ years of automotive materials or supply chain leadership, strong MRP/ERP knowledge, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. The role involves physical demands and exposure to manufacturing environments, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.