Materials Manager

Materials Manager Location: Dothan, AL Are you a proactive and results-driven professional ready to lead materials management in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join us as a Materials Manager , where you'll be at the forefront of optimizing supply chain processes, inventory management, and logistics to meet and exceed customer expectations. Why Join Us? Be part of a team driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Lead key supply chain and material control initiatives in a collaborative and innovative culture. Influence strategic decisions that impact our business and customer satisfaction. What You’ll Do As a Materials Manager , you will oversee all aspects of material flow, ensuring seamless integration between production, inventory, and supply chain operations. Your responsibilities will include: Scheduling, Planning, and Customer Delivery Develop and oversee master production schedules to ensure accurate and timely delivery. Manage raw material availability and expedite production needs to meet customer demands. Collaborate across teams to optimize capacity planning, material procurement, and cost reduction efforts. Inventory Management Lead inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and forecasting. Manage disposition of excess and obsolete inventory while maintaining optimal inventory levels. Coordinate movement and scheduling for outside processing inventory locations. Warehouse and Logistics Oversee inbound and outbound transportation in alignment with financial policies and logistics guidelines. Ensure warehouse operations are equipped with resources for efficient and safe execution. Partner with supplier quality teams to maintain vendor compliance and improve logistics processes. Supplier Scheduling and Performance Manage supplier schedules to optimize production and logistics efficiencies. Monitor supplier delivery performance, resolve escalations, and maintain smooth material flow to production. Negotiate and manage consignment and blanket purchase agreements for critical commodities. Leadership and Continuous Improvement Champion the ADMS Material Control Pillar , driving lean transformation and operational maturity. Lead cross-functional projects focused on cost reduction and continuous improvement. Develop and mentor a high-performing team, building a strong talent pipeline. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 4-6 years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments with materials management responsibilities. Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Preferred: APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD) and experience in inventory forecasting and production scheduling. What Sets You Apart Proven track record of implementing lean processes and driving supply chain efficiency. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams. Ability to travel up to 20% as needed. Why You’ll Love Working Here At our company, you’ll have the opportunity to: Work in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and personal growth. Drive impactful change through strategic initiatives and cutting-edge systems. Be part of a team committed to achieving excellence and exceeding customer expectations. If you’re ready to make a difference and take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Today Let’s build a future of operational excellence together.\