Materials Manager
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Operations Manager
Job Summary
As the material manager on this campus, you will be responsible to overseethe procurement, storage, and distribution of materials, ensuring efficient inventory management and supplier relationships to support production for the Cooling portion of the organization. This position is tactical in nature and involves tasks such as inventory management, procurement, supplier relations, and logistics coordination. Key to this role will be to learn in a fast past environment.
Reporting into the Cooling Plant Manager, this position also includes training operations staff, signing purchase orders, and tracking the flow of inventory through the company's supply chain.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure that materials are available when needed while avoiding excess stock that could lead to waste.
- Approximate value of inventory under management will be $30M.
- Procure materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for production.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to acquire materials at optimal costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Plan inventory levels and manage stock to ensure materials are available when needed.
- Approximate value of annual purchase is $100M.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring timely delivery of materials.
- Oversee the logistics of incoming and outgoing materials, ensuring alignment with production schedules and operational needs.
- Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- This position supports both onsite businesses by managing the shipping and receiving staff.
- Ensure all material management activities comply with industry standards and regulations, including environmental laws.
- Lead and develop the materials management team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and innovation.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in inventory management systems.
- Experience using ERP systems (preferably Epicor) to drive performance.
- Experience in greenfield or brownfield start-ups.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
Travel will be required at times.
Benefits- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one.
- Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans.
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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