Supply Chain Manager​/Materials Manager

Supply Chain Manager / Materials Manager

The Supply Chain Manager (Materials Manager) oversees the end-to-end planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials and finished products to meet company needs and customer requirements. This role leads a small supply chain team, manages purchasing and inventory processes, and ensures that production and delivery schedules align with sales forecasts and customer timelines.

• Oversee production and inventory control, shipping and receiving, and materials storage to ensure efficient and accurate material flow.
• Lead production planning and scheduling activities based on sales forecasts and customer demand.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels so that deliveries consistently meet customer timelines.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of the perpetual inventory system, including regular reviews and adjustments.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to schedule the timely delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Oversee all shipping and receiving functions related to purchased parts and finished goods.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce transportation costs and related charges while maintaining service levels.
• Manage and monitor the storage of purchased parts and finished goods to optimize space, safety, and accessibility.
• Perform write-offs on damaged or obsolete inventory to ensure the accurate valuation of inventory records.
• Establish and maintain procedures for conducting and valuing year-end physical inventory.
• Manage, train, and develop buyers in the purchasing department, providing coaching and guidance to support their growth.
• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations for team members.
• Handle employee discipline and terminations when necessary in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other related supply chain and materials management duties as assigned.

• 3–4 years of buying or purchasing experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading and developing a team.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems to manage purchasing, inventory, and materials planning.
• Strong background in manufacturing, with an understanding of production processes and material flow.
• Proficiency in supply chain management, including purchasing, logistics, and inventory control.
• Proven ability to plan and schedule production based on sales forecasts and customer requirements.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills, including training, coaching, and performance management.
• Ability to analyze transportation and logistics costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Solid organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in inventory records.
• Ability to handle sensitive personnel matters in alignment with company policies.

• Experience in manufacturing buying and materials management.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with production, logistics, and other departments.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities.
• Interest in growing with a stable, long-tenured team and contributing to a collaborative culture.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in a supply chain office located within a manufacturing floor. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Supply Chain Manager leads a team of approximately five people in the supply chain function. The environment combines office work with close proximity to manufacturing operations, providing direct visibility into production and material flow.

The organization offers a supportive and stable culture with many long-tenured employees, regular team-building events such as weekly ice cream socials and annual picnics, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. In addition, the last week in December is fully paid while the company is closed, offering extra paid time away from work.

This is a Contract to Hire position…