Automotive Materials Manager — Supply Chain Leader

Philips Recruiting Services / Philips Automotive Recruiting; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruiting firm in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee the on-time shipment of finished goods and coordinate the procurement of raw materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and recent experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant, combined with strong leadership and supply chain management skills. This role is essential for maintaining production flow and inventory levels, ensuring the efficient delivery of materials and supplies to support manufacturing processes. Strong ERP knowledge is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must have recent experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse audience.
• Results oriented approach.
• Broad based supply chain management knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• PC software and ERP knowledge.
• Strong time management skills and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for on-time shipment of finished goods.
• Coordinate purchasing and distribution of raw materials.
• Analyze market conditions for material availability.
• Develop and implement purchasing procedures.
• Maintain inventory levels and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent oral and written presentation

Strong interpersonal skills

PC software skills

Strong ERP knowledge

Time management

Results oriented

Supply chain management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in Automotive Manufacturing plant

Job description

A leading automotive recruiting firm in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee the on-time shipment of finished goods and coordinate the procurement of raw materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and recent experience in an Automotive Manufacturing plant, combined with strong leadership and supply chain management skills. This role is essential for maintaining production flow and inventory levels, ensuring the efficient delivery of materials and supplies to support manufacturing processes. Strong ERP knowledge is required.