Automotive Materials & Logistics Leader

KingRecruitingServices; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Materials Manager to ensure on-time shipment of finished goods, manage freight and inventory, and coordinate purchasing, distribution, and raw materials procurement for a complex automotive manufacturing operation.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and ERP proficiency to optimize supplier performance and maintain steady material flow for production schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Recent experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees purchasing and distribution of raw materials and finished goods.
• Directs creation and issuance of purchase orders and change notices.
• Analyzes market conditions for material availability and reports trends.
• Ensures on-time delivery of materials to support production schedules.
• Maintains inventory levels and develops procedures for materials handling.
• Implements visual inventory management on the production floor.
• Ensures supplier performance and cost savings while maintaining flow of materials.
• Supports inventory budgeting and operating controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Results oriented

Supply chain management

Process development

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

PC software

Job description

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Materials Manager to ensure on-time shipment of finished goods, manage freight and inventory, and coordinate purchasing, distribution, and raw materials procurement for a complex automotive manufacturing operation.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and ERP proficiency to optimize supplier performance and maintain steady material flow for production schedules.