Job Description
Take charge of a fast-paced automotive operation where your leadership keeps production moving and innovation thriving. Enjoy competitive pay, full benefits, and the chance to grow your career while leading a high-performing materials team.
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Brendan Thomas
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Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year
A bit about us:
Are you ready to take the wheel in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a Materials Manager who thrives on driving efficiency, optimizing supply chains, and ensuring production never misses a beat. This is your opportunity to lead a dynamic team, implement smart processes, and play a critical role in shaping the success of a high-volume manufacturer.
Why join us?
Key Perks:
& much more!
Job Details
What You’ll Do:
What We’re Looking For:
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Brendan Thomas
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year
A bit about us:
Are you ready to take the wheel in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a Materials Manager who thrives on driving efficiency, optimizing supply chains, and ensuring production never misses a beat. This is your opportunity to lead a dynamic team, implement smart processes, and play a critical role in shaping the success of a high-volume manufacturer.
Why join us?
Key Perks:
- Competitive salary
- Relocation assistance available
- Fortune 500-level health/medical/dental/vision
- 401(K) + match
- 3 weeks PTO + 14 paid holidays + option to purchase up to 6 weeks of additional vacation time
- Short, Long-Term and Life Insurance
- HSA+ FSA
- Employee Assistance Program + paid family leave
- Wellness programs!
- Discounts from preferred vendors
- Well-being Resources
- Professional training
- Opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce
- Warm & welcoming culture
& much more!
Job Details
What You’ll Do:
- Lead Inventory Strategy – Balance stock levels to meet production demand while minimizing waste and excess.
- Own Supplier Partnerships – Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and secure the materials needed to keep operations running at top speed.
- Drive Logistics & Distribution – Oversee transportation, warehousing, and scheduling to guarantee on-time delivery.
- Champion Quality – Partner with QA to ensure all incoming materials meet automotive standards and specifications.
- Innovate & Improve – Lead continuous improvement initiatives with Lean, automation, and new technology to streamline operations.
- Manage Budgets – Forecast, control costs, and identify opportunities for efficiency gains.
- Lead a High-Impact Team – Mentor and develop a team of planners, buyers, and warehouse staff, building a culture of collaboration and growth.
- Ensure Compliance & Safety – Uphold environmental, health, and safety standards while minimizing supply chain risks.
What We’re Looking For:
- Automotive manufacturing experience is required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 3–5 years in materials, supply chain, or procurement roles within manufacturing
- 1–2+ years of supervisory/leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of supply chain principles (procurement, logistics, inventory management)
- Proficiency in ERP systems, inventory management tools, and MS Excel
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Deford, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $80,000–$90,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Website | http://www.jobot.com |
About Company
Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.
Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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Skills
- Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
- Automationunmatched
- Automotive Manufacturingunmatched
- Budget Managementunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Contract Negotiationunmatched
- Cost Controlunmatched
- Cost Forecastingunmatched
- Distribution Managementunmatched
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
- Environmental Healthunmatched
- Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
- Fortune 500 Customersunmatched
- Inventory Managementunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Lean Manufacturingunmatched
- Legalunmatched
- Logisticsunmatched
- Logistics Managementunmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Materials Managementunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Microsoft Excelunmatched
- Negotiation Skillsunmatched
- People Managementunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
- QA Partner Testing Softwareunmatched
- Risk Managementunmatched
- Safety Complianceunmatched
- Safety Standardsunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- Supplier Optimizationunmatched
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)unmatched
- Supply Chainunmatched
- Team Lead/Managerunmatched
- Technical Operationsunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
- Warehousingunmatched
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