Assistant Materials Manager

Champion Home Builders, Inc.; Dresden (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Home Builders in Dresden, TN is seeking an experienced Assistant Materials Manager to oversee purchasing and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies when the Materials Manager is absent.

The role requires strong leadership, familiarity with Navision, and solid forecasting and budgeting skills. The position reports to management and involves coordinating with suppliers and the finance team to ensure policy compliance and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing materials purchasing and distribution.
• Familiarity with Navision and inventory management systems.
• Strong forecasting and budgeting understanding.
• Proficiency with MS Office and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct materials procurement and distribution activities.
• Supervise storeroom and central supply staff; ensure timely receiving and issuing of goods.
• Prepare purchase orders and change notices based on inventory needs.
• Review contracts, bids, and vendor agreements for compliance and value.
• Interface with corporate purchasing on supplier performance and product changes.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure adherence to policies and controls.

Skills

Materials management

Shipping & receiving

Forecasting

Budgeting

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Navision

MS Office

Job description

Champion Home Builders in Dresden, TN is looking for an experienced Assistant Materials Manager.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Summary:

Performs same duties as Materials Manager. Directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in purchasing and distributing materials, equipment, and supplies in an organization when the Materials Manager is absent by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (Other Duties May Be Assigned.)

• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls activities related to the implementation of the corporate contracts. May enter information into Navision and validating its correctness.
• Organizes, supervises, and directs the work of storeroom and central supply personnel engaged in receiving, issuing, and delivering supplies and equipment.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices based on inventory needs after an inventory is taken.
• Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Prepares and reviews contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications.
• Oversees all activities related to procurement of a commodity, from intent to purchase through delivery of commodity.
• Interface with corporate purchasing on supplier problems and give feedback on supplier quality. Update corporate purchasing on new products used and specification changes.
• Work with Controller to make sure the Finance Policy 2100 is followed.
• Work with suppliers on invoice and payment issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises the Counters. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in materials department
• Experience in shipping and receiving
• Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems
• Understanding of forecasting and budgeting
• Working knowledge of Navision
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• A problem-solver

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

Champion Home Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Champion Home Builders participates in the E-Verify Program.