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Talent Groups

Materials Manager

Talent Groups, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450

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We are looking for a Materials Manager to oversee the planning and coordination of inventory and materials operations at a primary manufacturing site in North America. This role ensures all departments have timely access to materials required to execute the master production schedule while driving supply chain excellence and continuous improvement.

Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Key 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

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree required (Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or related field); Master’s preferred

ASCM / APICS / ISM certifications (CSCP, CPIM, CLTD) preferred

5+ years of progressive experience in Materials or Supply Chain Management

Experience in large, global, or process-driven organizations preferred

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work effectively in a global matrix environment

Manufacturing operations experience preferred

Oracle ERP experience preferred

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Supply Chain

Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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