Lean Materials & Warehouse Manager

Benjamin Moore & Co; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Benjamin Moore & Co is seeking a Materials Manager at our Newark, NJ site to oversee all raw materials and finished goods, coordinate inbound/outbound logistics, and drive efficiency using lean methods. You will interface with operations daily to identify issues and implement solutions that reduce costs and improve safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and experience in materials management with strong leadership, SAP, and Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with experience in materials management.
• Experience leading a team and coordinating inbound/outbound goods.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Be a decision maker and problem solver for the site to maximize efficiency and manpower.
• Supervise and assist department leads daily to support warehouse and production activities.
• Manage a team of 5-15 personnel handling forklift operations and scheduling inbound/outbound trucks.
• Monitor attendance, performance goals and resolve disputes; escalate as needed.
• Write, review, and update work instructions; audit safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ensure DOT and customs compliance; investigate shipping errors and prevent recurrences.
• Build partnerships with distributors and vendors to improve loyalty and reliability.
• Lead continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across operations.

Skills

Materials management

Scheduling

Warehouse management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benjamin Moore & Co is seeking a Materials Manager at our Newark, NJ site to oversee all raw materials and finished goods, coordinate inbound/outbound logistics, and drive efficiency using lean methods. You will interface with operations daily to identify issues and implement solutions that reduce costs and improve safety and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and experience in materials management with strong leadership, SAP, and Office skills.