Materials Manager

Materials Manager at Movement Search & Delivery Materials Manager at Movement Search & Delivery in East Tawas, Michigan Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Materials Manager - Automotive Manufacturing (Confidential Search)

Location:

East Tawas, MI A large 300 employee automotive manufacturing facility is seeking a Materials Manager to lead all materials planning, inventory control, logistics, and customer delivery functions. This role will oversee the full materials flow from supplier scheduling through production support and finished-goods shipment while ensuring strong service levels to automotive OEM and Tier suppliers. Key Responsibilities Lead all materials planning, scheduling, logistics, and inventory control activities for the plant Just-In-Time Facility Ensure on-time delivery performance to automotive customers while maintaining optimal inventory levels Manage MRP/ERP systems , production schedules, and supplier releases Oversee shipping, receiving, warehousing, and logistics operations Develop and manage a high-performing materials team including planners, buyers, and logistics personnel Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and supply chain leadership to improve throughput and reduce costs Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, lead times, and material flow SAP a plus Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred 7+ years of materials / supply chain leadership experience in automotive manufacturing Experience with MRP/ERP systems, production scheduling, and supplier management Strong understanding of JIT manufacturing and OEM customer requirements Proven ability to lead teams in a large, fast-paced manufacturing environment This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established automotive supplier where the Materials Manager will play a critical role in supporting plant performance and customer delivery.