Materials & Warehouse Supervisor - Crew

Position: Materials & Warehouse Supervisor - Crew A
ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can
 afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our
 commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs
 throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how
 their trucks look, feel, and represent them. | Who We Are Looking For Slate is
 seeking a highly organized Material & Warehouse Supervisor to oversee material
 flow, inventory management, and warehouse operations in a fast-paced automotive
 manufacturing environment. This role ensures efficient handling, storage, and
 distribution of materials, supporting production schedules and minimizing supply
 disruptions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, warehouse
 management expertise, and hands-on experience overseeing material operations,
 ensuring optimal inventory levels, timely deliveries, and seamless coordination
 with logistics, procurement, suppliers, and production teams. This role
 collaborates with Manufacturing, Logistics, Procurement, Suppliers, Production
 Control, and Warehouse Operations to maintain efficiency, accuracy, and
 compliance in material and warehouse management. | WORK AUTHORIZATION
 REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a
 permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time. | What
 You Get To Do:
Supervise warehouse staff, including hourly material and
 warehouse team members, ensuring proper material handling, storage, and stock
 movement. Manage material flow and inventory control, ensuring availability for
 production while minimizing excess. Train, mentor, and support hourly team
 members, fostering a productive and efficient work environment. Conduct
 inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels. Coordinate
 with suppliers and procurement teams to manage purchase orders, replenishment
 schedules, and lead times. Optimize inbound and outbound shipments,
 collaborating with logistics teams. Utilize ERP/MRP systems to track material
 availability, consumption rates, and replenishment cycles. Implement Lean
 manufacturing principles, including Just-in-Time (JIT), Kanban, and pull
 systems. Identify and resolve supply chain disruptions, material shortages, and
 warehouse inefficiencies. Ensure warehouse safety procedures, proper storage
 practices, and compliance with industry regulations. Lead shift scheduling and
 workforce planning to align resources with production demands. Monitor team
 performance, provide coaching, and ensure adherence to company policies. Drive
 continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse efficiency and material
 handling operations. | What you Bring To The Team:
Bachelor’s degree with a
 minimum of 8 years of related experience; or Master’s degree with 6 years of
 related experience; or PhD with 3 years of related experience; or equivalent
 combination of education and experience. At least 3 years of experience in
 warehouse management, materials supervision, or supply chain operations within
 the automotive industry. Demonstrated experience leading warehouse teams,
 including supervision of hourly material handling and warehouse personnel.
 Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft
 Dynamics. Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, material handling, and
 inventory control.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems for tracking and forecasting
 material availability. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, JIT, Kanban, and
 process efficiency improvements. | SALARY RANGE:
The compensation for this
 position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the
 position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in
 making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset;
 experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other
 relevant business and organizational factors. Base Pay Range (Annual) WHY JOIN
 TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to
 detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity…