Materials Coordinator

Socket.dev; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid sick time

10 paid holidays annually

Quarterly bonus eligibility

Safety shoe allowance

Uniforms provided

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

RAF Electronics, a part of MW Components, seeks a Materials Coordinator to support manufacturing through materials planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier coordination in Seymour, CT.

The role requires ERP/MRP experience and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. You will collaborate across departments to ensure material availability and optimize supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Execute MRP activities by creating, confirming, and expediting purchase orders to support production requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate material availability within the ERP system.
• Forecast raw material requirements and collaborate with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply.
• Run and analyze forecast reports, inventory reports, and open purchase order reports.
• Coordinate inbound shipments and deliveries from domestic and international suppliers.
• Work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, and brokers to ensure on-time and cost-effective material deliveries.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers regarding purchase order status, lead times, shortages, and delivery schedules.
• Support new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials.
• Partner with Operations, Production, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Finance departments to support business objectives.
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and purchasing issues with suppliers and the finance team.
• Facilitate communication regarding supplier quality concerns, engineering changes, and material specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchase order dates and supplier commitments within the ERP system.
• Track and report key supply chain performance metrics, including supplier performance, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Participate in supplier visits and meetings as needed.
• Assist the Director of Operations with supply chain improvement initiatives and special projects.

Job description

Position Summary

RAF Electronics a part of MW Components is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Materials Coordinator to support our manufacturing operations through effective materials planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier coordination. This role is responsible for ensuring raw materials are available to support production schedules while maintaining optimal inventory levels and strong supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment with ERP/MRP systems and possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute MRP activities by creating, confirming, and expediting purchase orders to support production requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate material availability within the ERP system.
• Forecast raw material requirements and collaborate with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply.
• Run and analyze forecast reports, inventory reports, and open purchase order reports.
• Coordinate inbound shipments and deliveries from domestic and international suppliers.
• Work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, and brokers to ensure on-time and cost-effective material deliveries.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers regarding purchase order status, lead times, shortages, and delivery schedules.
• Support new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials.
• Partner with Operations, Production, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Finance departments to support business objectives.
• Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies and purchasing issues with suppliers and the finance team.
• Facilitate communication regarding supplier quality concerns, engineering changes, and material specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchase order dates and supplier commitments within the ERP system.
• Track and report key supply chain performance metrics, including supplier performance, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Participate in supplier visits and meetings as needed.
• Assist the Director of Operations with supply chain improvement initiatives and special projects.

Why Join RAF?

Join a growing manufacturing organization where quality, innovation, and teamwork drive everything we do. As part of MW Components, RAF provides long-term stability, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to products that support critical industries around the world. We value our employees' contributions and are committed to fostering a safe, collaborative, and rewarding work environment.

Benefits & Perks

RAF offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits effective on Day 1
• 401(k) with Company Match after 30 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays Annually
• Quarterly Bonus Eligibility
• $150 Annual Safety Shoe Allowance
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing training and development programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

MWFasteners, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.