Manager, Materials Control

AAON, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Healthcare insurance & Health Savings

Profit sharing or Annual Incentive

Bonus

Premium 401(k) plan

Job summary

AAON, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Materials Control Manager to oversee receipt, storage, and use of materials to ensure uninterrupted production flow at the site.

You will collaborate across departments, monitor inventory levels, coach Supervisors, and drive process improvements while adhering to safety and regulatory standards in a manufacturing environment. The role requires leadership, strong data analysis, and experience in HVAC materials management; a bachelor’s degree is preferred

Qualifications

• Experience in materials management, inventory control, purchasing or a similar role.
• Knowledge of materials management software and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Senior Manager, Inventory Control and other managers and departments to plan and coordinate the receipt, inspection, storage, and usage of materials.
• Closely monitors and controls inventory levels and works with the Supervisor, Warehouse to proactively acquire or move materials to meet production needs.
• Provides input on the evaluation and improvement of materials management processes and policies.
• Leads, trains, and coaches Supervisors, Materials Control and ensures the Supervisor is hiring, training, and coaching team members for assigned location.
• Serves as a model for team members and serves as a point of escalation for complex problems and employee situations.
• Ensures safe and efficient warehouse operations at all locations.

Skills

Materials management

Inventory control

Purchasing

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration or related field

Tools

Materials management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Materials Control Manager manages the receipt, storage, and usage of materials to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials in the production pipeline. The Manager, Materials Control, is responsible for ensuring that materials inventory levels are adequate to meet production needs at the assigned location.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Senior Manager, Inventory Control and other managers and departments to plan and coordinate the receipt, inspection, storage, and usage of materials.
• Closely monitors and controls inventory levels and works with the Supervisor, Warehouse to proactively acquire or move materials to meet production needs.
• Provides input on the evaluation and improvement of materials management processes and policies.
• Leads, trains, and coaches Supervisors, Materials Control and ensures the Supervisor is hiring, training, and coaching team members for assigned location.
• Serves as a model for team members and serves as a point of escalation for complex problems and employee situations.
• Ensures safe and efficient warehouse operations at all locations.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration or a related field preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience HVAC industry experience, 2 of which are in management.
• 8 years of related experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in materials management, inventory control, purchasing or a similar role.
• Knowledge of materials management software and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Excellent organizational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

Work Environment

• Reading comprehension skills and ability to read small print.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for 95% of workdays.
• Ability to work in manufacturing facilities and regularly be exposed to varying and extreme temperatures, loud noises, dust, chemical fumes, sharp metal objects and heavy forklift traffic.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Benefits and Compensation Summary

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan
• Bonus
• Premium 401(k) plan

At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting-edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments, including cleanrooms, data centers, and laboratories where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long-term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.