Materials Management Manager

The Materials Management Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the procurement, inventory management, warehousing, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials required to support business operations. You will work at our location in Spokane, WA and report to our Plant Director.

• Inventory Management
  • Develop and implement inventory control strategies to maintain optimal stock levels.
  • Monitor inventory accuracy and conduct regular cycle counts and audits.
  • Analyze inventory trends and identify opportunities to reduce excess and obsolete stock.
  • Ensure material availability to support production, maintenance, or operational requirements.
• Procurement & Supply Chain Coordination
  • Collaborate with procurement teams to forecast material demand and establish purchasing plans.
  • Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Support contract negotiations and supplier management initiatives.
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Warehouse Operations
  • Oversee receiving, storage, handling, and distribution of materials.
  • Ensure warehouse operations comply with safety, regulatory, and company standards.
  • Optimize warehouse layouts and material flow processes.
  • Implement best practices for material handling and inventory storage.
• Planning & Forecasting
  • Develop short- and long-term material requirements plans.
  • Collaborate with production, operations, and finance teams on demand forecasting.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory turns, stockouts, and service levels.
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead, coach, and develop materials management staff.
  • Establish performance goals and conduct employee evaluations.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels and training programs.
• Compliance & Reporting
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
  • Develop and present inventory, purchasing, and warehouse performance reports.
  • Support internal and external audits.
  • Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping.

• Leadership and team development
• Strategic planning
• Inventory optimization
• Supply chain management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Financial and cost analysis
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Project management
• Continuous improvement mindset

• Combination of office, warehouse, and operational environments.
• May require occasional travel to supplier or company locations.
• Ability to walk warehouse floors and lift materials when necessary.

• Inventory accuracy percentage
• Inventory turnover rate
• On‑time material availability
• Stockout frequency
• Warehouse productivity
• Supplier delivery performance
• Cost savings and inventory reduction initiatives
• Safety and compliance metrics
• On time to customer request date
• On time to first promise date

MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in materials management, inventory control, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
• 2–5 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.

WE VALUE

• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, healthcare, distribution, or industrial environments.

The annual base salary range for this position is $104289K – $130872K. The salary is determined by experience, education, skills, and market conditions.

Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; employee assistance program; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays.

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes, offering high‑performance materials for critical industries and applications worldwide.