Automotive Materials Manager - Operations Lead

Sora Resource Group; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee on-time shipment of finished goods, freight, and inventory control. The role involves coordinating purchasing, distribution of raw materials, and supplier management to ensure uninterrupted production and timely material availability.

Ideal candidates will have recent automotive manufacturing experience, strong leadership, excellent communication, and solid ERP/system knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Recent experience in an automotive manufacturing plant is required.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication skills.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize competing demands.
• PC software skills with ERP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing, distribution of raw materials, equipment and supplies.
• Directs purchase orders, change notices and supplier performance.
• Develop inventory control and production scheduling systems.
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials to support production.
• Maintain data and procedures for material planning and procurement.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing

Leadership

Presentation skills

Communication

Results oriented

Supply chain management

Interpersonal skills

ERP knowledge

Time management

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Sora Resource Group is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee on-time shipment of finished goods, freight, and inventory control. The role involves coordinating purchasing, distribution of raw materials, and supplier management to ensure uninterrupted production and timely material availability.

Ideal candidates will have recent automotive manufacturing experience, strong leadership, excellent communication, and solid ERP/system knowledge.