Assistant Materials Manager: Inventory & Logistics Lead

Adient; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient in Normal, IL is seeking an Assistant Materials Manager to supervise Master Schedulers and Material Analysts, focusing on transportation and inventory needs. The role acts as lead CBR SME, oversees training and audits within the department.

You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to minimize inventory, drive cost reductions, ensure on-time delivery, and safeguard data integrity across MRP and ERP systems such as QAD and SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in Materials Management with MRP knowledge; Automotive JIT is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems such as QAD and SAP; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Master Schedulers and Material Analysts with focus on transportation and inventory.
• Ensure data integrity and stock control systems; support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and effective launch management.
• Lead training and audit functions for the materials department; back up Materials Manager.

Skills

MRP knowledge

Excel

Supply chain

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

QAD

SAP

Job description

Adient in Normal, IL is seeking an Assistant Materials Manager to supervise Master Schedulers and Material Analysts, focusing on transportation and inventory needs. The role acts as lead CBR SME, oversees training and audits within the department.

You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to minimize inventory, drive cost reductions, ensure on-time delivery, and safeguard data integrity across MRP and ERP systems such as QAD and SAP.