Automotive Materials Manager: On-Time Delivery Leader

Eden Capital Careers; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Capital Careers is seeking a Materials Manager for an automotive manufacturing site in Michigan. This role oversees purchasing, raw materials distribution, inventory control, and on-time finished goods shipments, ensuring supply continuity and cost efficiency.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement ERP-based processes to optimize material flow while maintaining lean inventories. A Bachelor's degree and recent automotive experience are required.

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

• Oversee purchasing, distribution of raw materials, and finished goods shipments.
• Direct purchase orders and supplier contracts.
• Develop inventory control systems and ERP processes.
• Ensure on-time delivery and optimize costs.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve throughput.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

ERP knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Automotive manufacturing experience

Job description

Eden Capital Careers is seeking a Materials Manager for an automotive manufacturing site in Michigan. This role oversees purchasing, raw materials distribution, inventory control, and on-time finished goods shipments, ensuring supply continuity and cost efficiency.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement ERP-based processes to optimize material flow while maintaining lean inventories. A Bachelor's degree and recent automotive experience are required.