Senior Materials Manager

Location

West Plant at 5055 36th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49512

The target starting base salary for this position is $87, - $ / year (plus quarterly bonus incentive). Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Cascade Engineering considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of material planning, scheduling, and supplier release processes across the organization
• Standardize material flow processes across the organization to improve efficiency, visibility, and consistency
• Partner with Purchasing, Operations, and Demand/Capacity Planning to ensure alignment of supply with customer requirements and production needs
• Support and influence capacity planning activities to ensure material readiness and mitigate supply constraints
• Promote organizational alignment by effectively communicating customer requirements and supply chain priorities across cross-functional teams
• Drive adoption of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) in collaboration with CES (Cascade Enterprise Systems/Lean Management)

• Oversee warehouse, shipping, and logistics operations to ensure efficient product flow and on‑time delivery to customers
• Drive performance against key logistics metrics, including on‑time delivery and ASN accuracy
• Support the implementation and optimization of TMS, WMS, and ERP systems to enhance logistics efficiency and visibility
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve complex operational challenges and improve overall service performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction

• Oversee inventory control processes and ensure accuracy, integrity, and alignment with organizational needs
• Drive standardization of inventory management practices, including ABC classification and cycle counting processes
• Monitor and improve inventory‑related KPIs, including inventory accuracy, turns, and overall performance metrics
• Minimize inventory write‑offs through improved controls, proactive management, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Utilize data analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities related to inventory performance

• Own and report materials and supply chain KPIs in leadership forums; drive accountability and performance improvement initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop supply chain team members, building organizational capability and bench strength
• Provide training and guidance across materials, inventory, and scheduling functions to strengthen execution consistency
• Lead and support supply chain improvement initiatives, using data‑driven insights to deliver measurable results
• Actively contribute to cross‑functional projects by providing analysis, reporting, and subject matter expertise
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance team environment focused on operational excellence and customer service
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives

• Understands and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
• Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity
• Values people regardless of their background
• Exhibits the traits of a servant leader
• Exhibits the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence
• Encourages open dialogue and communication
• Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in materials management, supply chain, or capacity planning; OR high school diploma with 10+ years of directly related experience
• Demonstrated experience working within ERP systems (QAD or equivalent), with strong understanding of materials planning, inventory control, and supply chain processes
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, with a track record of driving performance,…