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Materials Manager Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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A 15901903supply chain4.35purchasing3.51logistics3.12materials manager2.94manager2.55910919687130000.00101212.16213000.00YEARLY525157832025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Materials Manager, or Purchasing Manager, oversees a company’s needs for inventory and supplies by managing vendor relationships, assessing supply needs and coordinating delivery schedules. Their duties include training operations staff, signing purchase orders and tracking the flow of inventory through the company’s supply chain.

15901903supply chain4.35purchasing3.51logistics3.12materials manager2.94manager2.55910919687130000.00101212.16213000.00YEARLY525157832025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Materials Manager Duties and Responsibilities

A 15901903supply chain4.35purchasing3.51logistics3.12materials manager2.94manager2.55910919687130000.00101212.16213000.00YEARLY525157832025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Materials Manager hires and trains new staff while planning and coordinating the work of purchasing agents and buyers. The specific responsibilities of a Materials Manager can vary from employer to employer but job descriptions for a Materials Manager may contain the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Evaluating suppliers on the basis of delivery speed for their products and services, price and quality
  • Interviewing vendors and visiting supplier distribution centers and plants to examine and learn about prices, products and services.
  • Attending conferences, trade shows and meetings to network with suppliers and learn about new industry trends
  • Analyzing financial reports, price proposals and other information used to determine reasonable pricing
  • Negotiating contracts for the organization and working out agreements with suppliers for product delivery
  • Meeting with vendors and staff to discuss unacceptable and defective products and establish corrective action
  • Evaluating and monitoring contracts to ensure suppliers and vendors are complying with terms and conditions
  • Maintaining and reviewing records of inventories, product performance, deliveries, costs and items purchased

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Example 1

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Materials Manager responsible for managing the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials for a multi-site manufacturing operation.

What Your Day-to-Day Activities Will Be…
  • Oversees the purchasing, production, scheduling, inventory and warehousing of materials.
  • Monitors plant inventories and purchasing activities partnering closely with operations to avoid production delays.
  • Provides direction and guidance to the purchasing team and warehouse.
  • Interviews vendors and visits supplier distribution centers and plants to learn about prices, products, and services.
  • Negotiates contracts for the site and works out agreements with suppliers for product delivery.
  • Performs analysis of price proposals and other information to determine reasonable pricing.
  • Other duties and projects, as needed.

Your Education Should Be…
  • High school diploma, or GED. Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Your Professional Experience Should Be…
  • 6 years of experience as a materials professional in a manufacturing environment.
  • Previous supervisory experience is required.
  • Experience must include working with an MRP system, JDE, strongly preferred.
  • CPIM certification, a plus.

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and talk or hear. The employee will occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



Experience:
  • Materials management: 6 years Location: In person

Example 2

A materials manager is responsible for managing inventory levels, as well overseeing the production control and planning departments. Material managers collaborate with other managers to determine supply needs, purchase supplies and materials according to specifications and demand, as well coordinate and supervise receiving procedures.

Materials Manager Job Description

Job Overview

Responsibilities for Materials Manager
  • Oversee and manage the Teams and processes of, inventory control as well production planning and scheduling.
  • Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements and production demands
  • Investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies
  • Manage and oversee daily production schedules and ensure that inventory levels are managed properly.
  • Working closely with departmental production managers, analyze product demand, sales patterns/forecasts, production specifications and plant capacity
  • Working with the other departments on continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery
  • Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory
  • Supervise, evaluate and coach staff members
  • Interfaces with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments
  • Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers
  • Analyzing month end activity to determine the need for forecast modification, recommends revisions and adjustments
  • Ensures that the company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all materials department functions


Qualifications for Materials Manager
  • Ability to lead team members
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Strong background in supply chain (international) and inventory management systems
  • Knowledgeable of forecasting and budgeting
  • Advanced problem solving abilities
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Strong continuous improvement mindset


Requirements
  • Bachelor s degree in logistics or relevant field.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.
  • Proven managerial experience is a bonus.
  • Proficient in supply chain and inventory management systems.
  • Advanced knowledge of forecasting and budgeting processes.
  • Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
  • Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving abilities.


Reporting to: Plant Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • AD&D insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Noblesville, IN 46060: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Procurement: 1 year Location: In person

Example 3

As the headquarter materials Manager you will be responsible for ensuring materials and contract volumes are always available at the network level for our manufacturing sites to order for production. Indirectly managing material planning teams at the manufacturing level, cross functional project teams, and our network of vendors. You will be responsible for Work capital.


Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for building, analyzing, and distributing Raw and Pack material forecasts for accurate capacity planning.
  • Develop network level long range replenishment strategies for assigned packaging materials while optimizing the balance between supply availability and inventory investment.
  • Participate in cross functional project teams to support the execution of new product innovations and productivity by developing and managing network transition plan and on-time materials availability while minimizing costs.
  • Support inventory reduction initiatives entailing optimization of SAP MRP parameters, total supply chain process improvement, and application of lean principles.
  • Lead financial forecasting and mitigation of supply chain losses related to RPW inventory through internal transfers, shelf-life extensions, liquidations, alternate uses, and supplier buybacks and/or supplier recycling program.
  • Support S&OE with day to day supply disruptions through rapid & efficient solutions while identifying root causes & implementing corrective actions.
  • Analyze and drive efficiencies on projected volumes, capacity, business strategies, supplier performance, and contractual needs that best serve the business needs by balancing service and cost.
  • Develop long range supplier capacity plans and contingency plans to maintain supply continuity.
  • Ensure material network availability for internal manufacturing production plans by supporting and directing finite scheduling teams through in class material planning routines.
  • Identify and execute continuous improvement/lean six sigma projects
  • Maintain a habit of continuous learning and development through the company’s educational portal.


Minimum qualifications:
  • Good understanding of supply chain cycle, Manufacturing, organization structures and key metrics.
  • Demonstrates problem solving skills and working under tight timelines; multi-tasking abilities; exception-based management capability.
  • Ability to balance priorities across multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to interact and build relations with senior management and key stakeholders.
  • Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in related fields (Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related discipline)
  • SAP or other ERP/APS software experience and proven knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.
  • Has good understanding of supply chain and demand planning business drivers, organization structures and key metrics.
  • Strong team skills - Collaborative management and working style.
  • Effective Communication skills
  • Should possess high degree of versatility, good interpersonal skills, and excellent time management skills; should be a team player.
Preferred qualifications
  • 4 Years minimum of applicable experience
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Working Knowledge with Power BI and Tableau
  • Understanding of 09 and OMP
  • Proficient with SAP
  • Project Management experience
  • 10% travel required to vendors and manufacturing facilities

NOTE : Apart from USC, we need passport number for all Corp to Corp candidates, for W2 not required.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per Location: In person

Example 4

Company Overview: MPI is an employee-owned world-class manufacturer providing injection molding, insert molding, assembly and other value-added services to many industries including automotive, agricultural, construction and commercial appliance. At MPI, you will find a friendly and open work environment where employees are given opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. Your bright future starts right here!

Benefits: MPI offers a very competitive benefit package, including the following:

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • FSA/HSA offerings
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Health Club and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

The Materials Manager is responsible for the purchase of raw materials, supplies and the production scheduling for the smooth and efficient fulfillment of customer orders. In addition, the Materials Manager is responsible for the operations of the following departments: Production Planning, Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, and IT.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develops and maintains procurements policies and procedures
  • In conjunction with sales, builds and maintains procurement relationships with vendors to obtain raw materials and supplies at competitive prices
  • Responsible for the accuracy of purchasing data in computer systems and the preparation of reports as required
  • Determines production priorities and establishes and publishes production schedule
  • Resolves scheduling challenges while involving other departments in the organization for example, maintenance, tooling, production personnel and program management
  • Maintains database, BOM, MRP files to control inventory
  • Ensures accuracy of raw material inventories before and after production
  • Oversees the activities related to the shipping and receiving department
  • Maintains customer records and resolving any discrepancies
  • Supervises and develop the staff for all departments managed

Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree, preferably in Business, Marketing or Finance and 5+ years of experience in Materials Management with extensive use of ERP systems.
  • Understanding of finance and accounting principles.
  • 5+ years in a supervisory role, with proven track record of employee coaching and development.
  • Knowledge and experience working with quality system requirements, such as ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:
  • Leadership: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Materials management: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)
  • ERP systems: 4 years Location: One location

Example 5

Piston Automotive is seeking a Corporate Materials Manager for our Corporate office located in Redford, MI!

The Corporate Materials Manager is responsible to proactively lead and drive change, standardize processes, improve delivery and cost, support new program launches. This is a corporate position supporting either Ford-servicing or non-Ford servicing plants.

Piston Automotive wasn t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

*Why Piston Automotive?*

Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the new program Materials launch lead until plant Materials team is hired and trained.
  • Conduct Materials audits on-site at respective plants.
  • Train new Materials Managers and Master Schedulers on Plex materials processes.
  • Troubleshoot & support Plex materials [website] example, OEM releases, enhancements, Plex capabilities, part setup, shipping, etc.
  • Act as interim Materials Manager as needed.
  • Lead & support MMOG (Big 3 OEM requirement).
  • Support program buildout to minimize premium freight and obsolescence.
  • Proactively engage plant Materials teams to implement process improvements and share lessons learned across the entire company.
  • Provide Materials operations support as [website] example, multi-plant shortage issues or materials & logistics escalations.
  • Have PFEP ownership as it relates to layout and DOH impacts; work with respective Industrial Engineers on tactical updates (e.g. ECs, new parts, etc.)
  • Continuously optimize inventory levels taking into consideration transit time inconsistencies, supplier risk, customer volume fluctuations, internal misses, etc.
  • Manage and provide support with materials planning, inventory management, warehousing, shipping, and customer delivery.
  • Create procedures as required, train responsible employees, and perform follow-up verification checks.
  • Participate in customer and supplier escalation meetings as needed.
  • Participate in program meetings as needed.



Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree strongly preferred
  • 8 years of managerial experience required (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered).
  • Thorough knowledge of materials processes used in modular assembly and sequencing.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong experience with MRP systems.
  • Self-motivator who works with minimal direction, makes decisions independently, and can motivate, coach, and influence others.
  • Able to travel as required to support all facilities up to 40%.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Redford, MI 48239: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
  • Travel is sometimes required to support facilities across the United States, would you be willing to travel up to 40% if needed?
  • This position works a hybrid remote schedule, requiring weekly onsite attendance of 3 days, and 2 days' work from home. Will that type of schedule work for you?

Experience:
  • materials processes used in modular assembly and sequencing: 1 year (Preferred)
  • MRP: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Materials management: 8 years Location: Hybrid remote in Redford, MI 48239

Example 6

M-F 1st shift with a rotating Saturday shift (expect weekends early on in the position)

Responsibilities

  • Maintains an accurate SAP database of customers required documents.
  • Supports the warehouse supervisor in the management of SAP WM.
  • Ensures the accuracy of on-time deliveries, shipping quantities and tagging/labeling.
  • Ensures accurate, timely electronic communication through ASN s, DDL, SMART, and Bar Coding.
  • 3 direct reports (Analyst, CSR and Materials Supervisor) plus 20+ indirect reports

Qualifications

  • Minimum five (5) years Experience with an automotive environment preferred
  • SAP MM experience (similar Oracle experience is acceptable)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Dacula, GA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Automotive: 1 year (Required)
  • SAP Materials Management: 3 years (Required)
  • Management: 1 year Location: In person

Example 7

Job Details
Job Location
Caldwell Mfg Co - Williamsport - Williamsport, MD

Position Summary

The Materials Manager is accountable for ensuring the successful scheduling of plant production and assisting in the analysis of long term production planning. This position is responsible for planning, tactical buying, production scheduling, controlling inventory levels and working with plant teams to assure that all Customer due dates are met. Directs activities and efforts required for optimum utilization of material and provides direction for prioritization of these materials required to support our production plans.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities

  • Oversees cycle counts and corrections
  • Participation in SIOP Plan (sales, inventory, and operation planning) process at plant level
  • Manages the production planning and scheduling to capacities
  • Manages plant level tactical buying of purchased material
  • Manages the daily expedite process, attend all levels of production meetings
  • Manages warehouse, shipping and receiving departments and processes
  • Responsible for freight costs and minimized premium freight
  • Responsible for metrics reporting and attainment
  • Ontime delivery
  • Production results
  • Past due and recovery plan dates
  • Responsible for inventory management
  • Perpetual inventory total
  • Meeting Safety Stock Settings Health
  • Inventory Accuracy Cycle Count and Projects
  • Annual Physical Inventory
  • Responsible for escalation as necessary
  • Supervise, coach and develop team
  • Lead recovery plans and capacity analysis, as necessary
  • Participate in projects and continuous improvement activities
  • Work on procedures to continue toward / stay consistent across plants with peer managers
  • Current ERP System IFS
  • Other activities as requested

Reporting to this Position
  • 2 Planner Buyers
  • Inventory Accuracy Specialist
  • Shipping Supervisor + Warehouse Team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • A minimum of five years of materials management experience in the areas of operations, production planning, purchasing, warehousing and logistics
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • ERP/MRP, warehouse management and logistics systems experience
  • Experience in leading Lean/Six Sigma projects
  • Proven strategic planning skills

Educational & Certification Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in business, supply chain, operations, engineering or related fields
  • APICS and ISM certifications a plus

Software Skills
  • Infor XA/Mapics or IFS ERP platform a plus
  • Microsoft Office, Teams / Comfortable with video Type: Full-time

Example 8

Position Summary

The Materials Manager is accountable for ensuring the successful scheduling of plant production and assisting in the analysis of long term production planning. This position is responsible for planning, tactical buying, production scheduling, controlling inventory levels and working with plant teams to assure that all Customer due dates are met. Directs activities and efforts required for optimum utilization of material and provides direction for prioritization of these materials required to support our production plans.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities

  • Oversees cycle counts and corrections
  • Participation in SIOP Plan (sales, inventory, and operation planning) process at plant level
  • Manages the production planning and scheduling to capacities
  • Manages plant level tactical buying of purchased material
  • Manages the daily expedite process, attend all levels of production meetings
  • Manages warehouse, shipping and receiving departments and processes
  • Responsible for freight costs and minimized premium freight
  • Responsible for metrics reporting and attainment
  • Ontime delivery
  • Production results
  • Past due and recovery plan dates
  • Responsible for inventory management
  • Perpetual inventory total
  • Meeting Safety Stock Settings Health
  • Inventory Accuracy Cycle Count and Projects
  • Annual Physical Inventory
  • Responsible for escalation as necessary
  • Supervise, coach and develop team
  • Lead recovery plans and capacity analysis, as necessary
  • Participate in projects and continuous improvement activities
  • Work on procedures to continue toward / stay consistent across plants with peer managers
  • Current ERP System IFS
  • Other activities as requested

Reporting to this Position
  • 2 Planner Buyers
  • Inventory Accuracy Specialist
  • Shipping Supervisor + Warehouse Team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • A minimum of five years of materials management experience in the areas of operations, production planning, purchasing, warehousing and logistics
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • ERP/MRP, warehouse management and logistics systems experience
  • Experience in leading Lean/Six Sigma projects
  • Proven strategic planning skills

Educational & Certification Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in business, supply chain, operations, engineering or related fields
  • APICS and ISM certifications a plus

Software Skills
  • Infor XA/Mapics or IFS ERP platform a plus
  • Microsoft Office, Teams / Comfortable with video calls

Location: 9850 Prosperity Lane, Williamsport, MD Type: Full-time

Example 9

Bucher Hydraulics is the Premier Electro-Hydraulic Manufacturing Integrator in North America and provides Smart Solutions with Superior Support . We are looking for candidates that will have a direct impact on our future growth. The Materials Manageris responsible for ensuring the efficient flow of components and includes oversight of teams involved with cycle counts, materials handling, and receiving. We are specifically looking for candidates who successfully led and directed a team to efficiently manage material flow and have strong understanding of material movement within an ERP system.Candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. We are excited about the opportunities ahead and are looking for talented, motivated individuals to grow with us. Learn more about Bucher at www. [website]

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings and Profit Sharing Plan
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 10 Holidays
  • Opportunities to Grow
  • Awesome Team Atmosphere

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and direct teams responsible for cycle counting, material handling, and receiving for both the Grand Rapids and Newaygo locations
  • Partner with Purchasing, Planning and Production departments to ensure components are readily available for assembly
  • Oversee deliveries (milk runs) between Grand Rapid and Newaygo are unloaded/pulled in timely and accurate manner
  • Manage and coordinate offsite warehouses, consignment and other outside operations as needed
  • Lead and coordinate annual inventory audit
  • Manage and provide inventory reports as required
  • Provide training related to ERP transactions
  • Ensure daily counts are completed
  • Hire, train and evaluate department needs
  • Identify opportunities for improvement, determine root cause and corrective/preventive action as needed
  • Identify, create and document standard work
  • Ensure 5S procedures are followed as it relates to warehouse and inventory
  • Identify and evaluate excess / obsolete inventory determine appropriate disposition of inventory
  • Ensure ERP system reflects actual inventory counts
  • Evaluate and improve on material movement throughout both facilities
  • Attend training sessions regularly to continue professional growth and development

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent related work experience
  • Minimum five years of purchasing / warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Minimum three leadership experience with direct reports
  • Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
  • Must be able to prioritize and adept to change
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Prior experience with JDE a plus
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Must be a self starter and work in a team environment

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Grand Rapids, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
  • Describe your experience with ERP systems as it relates to material movement.

Experience:
  • Materials Management: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Leadership: 3 years Location: One location

Example 10

Fluidra is seeking a MaterialsManagerto join the team at our Built Right location in Punta Gorda, FL.

*
WHAT YOU WILL Contribute*
The Materials Manager is responsible for managing the planning, purchasing and inventory control functions, with the goal of efficiently managing plant's supply Additionally, you will:

*
Manage production scheduling/planning for the plant
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining data integrity
  • Manage staff planners/buyers and vendor-managed buyers
  • Provide support to production scheduling on all material flow issues to meet production requirements and customer needs
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors and set aggressive targets for cost reduction of supplies
  • Manage Receiving department and raw material storage
  • Oversee daily cycle counts and inventory accuracy, reconciliation of inventory discrepancies or inaccuracies
  • Interface with S&OP Manager, Supply Chain Analyst and Product Managers on planning and forecasting
  • Responsible for data integrity of the ERP system including material locations and negatives on hand
  • Coordination of annual Physical Inventory
  • Support Engineering with new product development sourcing needs and phase in / phase out of inventory
  • Ability to manage in a highly dynamic work environment
  • Supervision of up to 10 people including Planners/Buyers, Receiving personnel

*
WHAT WE SEEK*
  • 7+ years of experience in materials procurement, planning and management in a manufacturing environment
  • Previous personnel management experience
  • Knowledge and experience with MRP. Knowledge of Oracle preferred
  • Proven ability to work within a multifunctional team and ability to manage in a rapidly changing environment with professionalism
  • Positive personality that can communicate with all levels of the organization
  • Proven track record of accomplished projects with increasing responsibilities
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred in Operations/Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Oracle 11i is preferred
  • Experience with lean manufacturing is preferred
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma principles is preferred

Physical Requirements/WORK Environment
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk around; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Lifting of equipment under test and associated support equipment will also be required.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distinguish colors, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus clearly
  • Travel is required (min 25%)

*
WHAT WE OFFER*
An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

*
Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
  • 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
  • Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
  • Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
  • Generous product discounts

*
WHY WORK FOR Fluidra?*
We are a leader in the global pool industry. Our portfolio includes some of the most trusted brands; we offer our customers an expansive array of products across both the residential and commercial pool and wellness markets; and we have strong geographical footprint with operations in over 45 countries. With our merger with Zodiac, we now have over 5,500 employees and the combined resources to accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

We are guided by clear values and come to work every day with a simple and direct mission in mind: To create the perfect pool and wellness experience. By staying focused on this mission, we will create value for all our stakeholders customers, pool owners, investors and employees.

We own a portfolio of some of the industry's most recognized and trusted brands, including Jandy , AstralPool , Polaris , Cepex , Zodiac , CTX Professional and Gre .

In the pursuit of product excellence, Fluidra takes its corporate values to heart. We implement these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork, learn and adapt, excellence and Innovation.
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15901903supply chain4.35purchasing3.51logistics3.12materials manager2.94manager2.55910919687130000.00101212.16213000.00YEARLY525157832025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Materials Manager Skills and Qualifications

A job description for a 15901903supply chain4.35purchasing3.51logistics3.12materials manager2.94manager2.55910919687130000.00101212.16213000.00YEARLY525157832025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Materials Manager may contain the following skills and qualification requirements: 

  • Analytical skills for evaluating and choosing suppliers offering the best combination of service, delivery, quality and price
  • Decision-making skills for making timely and informed decisions on selecting products they believe will sell.
  • Math skills for comparing prices from various suppliers and ensuring the organization is receiving the best deal
  • Interpersonal skills, self-confidence and negotiating skills for establishing contracts with suppliers and vendors.

Materials Manager Salary Expectations  

The average salary for a Materials Manager is $81,243 per year. This information is based on 933 anonymously submitted salaries to Indeed from employees and users along with past and present Materials Manager job postings on Indeed within the last 36 months.

Materials Manager Education and Training Requirements

Educational requirements for a Materials Manager position often vary depending on the size of an organization. While a high school diploma may suffice for some businesses, most require a bachelor’s degree in supply management, business or finance.

There are various certifications available for Material Managers from organizations such as The American Purchasing Society, The American Production and Inventory Control Society, The Next Level Purchasing Association, The Universal Public Procurement Certification Council, The National Institute of Government Purchasing and The National Association of State Procurement Officials.

These certifications generally include written and oral exams along with work experience and educational requirements.

Materials Manager Experience Requirements

A Materials Manager position usually requires a minimum of five years of experience as either a Purchasing or Buyer Agent. At upper levels, management duties associated with this position may overlap with other functions including marketing, logistics, planning and production.

Purchasing Agents and Buyers often become Assistant Materials Managers prior to advancing to roles such as Director of Materials Management, Supply Manager, Purchasing Manager and Materials Manager.

Purchasing Agents, Buyers and Materials Managers with extensive experience in the industry may also advance to a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) position within an organization.

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