Materials Supervisor

Northwest Talent Solutions LLC; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 53.000 - 69.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A staffing agency based in Berlin is seeking a Materials Supervisor for a high-volume manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will lead a frontline materials team, ensuring efficient material flow and inventory accuracy. Responsibilities include overseeing all material operations, inventory management, and driving process improvements within a fast-paced environment. The role demands strong leadership, communication skills, and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits.

Leistungen

Health insurance

401(k)

Stable role with no travel

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of materials or inventory leadership experience.
• Experience leading teams and developing people.
• Ability to lead effectively in changing environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead all internal material flow from receiving to shipping.
• Ensure uninterrupted material availability for production lines.
• Oversee inventory management and transactional accuracy.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

Materials Supervisor

Manufacturing / Production Environment
Full-Time | Onsite | Confidential Search

We are conducting a confidential search for a Materials Supervisor to support a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced plant environments and is passionate about material flow, inventory accuracy, and team leadership.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Leadership ownership of a large, frontline materials team

• Direct impact on production continuity and delivery performance

• Opportunity to drive process improvement and operational stability

• Well‑resourced manufacturing environment with strong benefits and culture

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead all internal material flow from receiving/inspection through line‑side delivery, picking, packing, and shipping

• Ensure uninterrupted material availability to production lines

• Oversee inventory management, cycle counting, and transactional accuracy

• Supervise and develop a materials team, including team leads

• Drive continuous improvement in material handling, labor efficiency, and inventory accuracy

• Partner cross‑functionally with Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Planning

• Maintain accurate ERP transactions related to material movement

• Act as ERP/SAP Super User within the materials function (as assigned)

• Track and communicate KPIs related to delivery performance, inventory accuracy, and labor utilization

What We're Looking For

Required

• Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience

• Minimum 2+ years of materials or inventory leadership

• Experience leading teams, developing people, and organizing work

• Strong communication, accountability, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to lead effectively in changing or high‑variability environments

Preferred

• Experience using SAP or comparable ERP systems (Oracle, JD Edwards, Dynamics)

• Background in manufacturing or production‑based operations

• Exposure to cycle counting programs, warehouse management, or material flow optimization

• Formal leadership or supervisory training

Leadership Profile

You are someone who:

• Builds trust through follow‑through and fairness

• Holds teams accountable while removing barriers

• Addresses conflict directly and constructively

• Communicates clearly and consistently

• Leads change with optimism and discipline

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $63,000 – $80,000

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Stable, onsite role (no travel, no relocation)

Additional Information

• This is a confidential hiring process

• No sponsorship or visa support available

• Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for next steps

If you are a materials or inventory leader ready to take ownership of a critical production function and lead a team through improvement and growth, we encourage you to apply.