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Materials Manager - Georgetown TX

VetJobs, Georgetown, Texas, United States, 78628

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Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Your Job

As a Materials Manager, you will lead the planning, purchasing, inventory control, and logistics functions that ensure efficient material flow across our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining optimal inventory levels, securing timely procurement, and supporting seamless production aligned with customer and business demands.

Our Team

You'll be a key member of the operations and supply chain team, working closely with engineering, production, and quality to deliver high-performance electronic systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Our team thrives on precision, strategic execution, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

Develop and execute material management strategies that align with production, inventory, and delivery goals Lead cross-functional coordination to optimize the end-to-end supply chain process Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, availability, and cost-effectiveness of materials Drive production planning, purchasing, and inventory control activities to meet customer and internal requirements Mentor and lead a team of planners, buyers, and material handlers to achieve performance targets and operational excellence Analyze material usage, forecast demand, and implement best practices to reduce shortages and excess inventory Champion continuous improvement initiatives using KPIs to monitor and enhance material flow and supplier performance

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field 5+ years of experience in materials management or supply chain within a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of inventory control, procurement, and production planning processes Proven ability to collaborate across teams and lead negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders U.S. Person status as defined by ITAR regulations (citizen, permanent resident, or protected status) What Will Put You Ahead

Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics tools Familiarity with regulatory compliance in defense and aerospace (e.g., ITAR, AS9100) Certification in supply chain or operations management (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM) Demonstrated success in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives