Materials Manager

Carlstar; Aiken County (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Materials Manager to oversee material responsibilities within the plant. This role involves improving inventory accuracy, implementing ERP systems, and driving continuous improvements in line with safety and quality targets. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership skills, with a focus on achieving financial and customer service goals.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of management experience in manufacturing/distribution.
• Practical knowledge of lean and six sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all material responsibilities within the plant.
• Drive improvements aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Education

4-year degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Aiken SC - Aiken, SC

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Category: Manufacturing

Description

Position Summary:

The Materials Manager will oversee, manage, and lead all material responsibilities within the plant. This role requires providing technical expertise and support for materials management and manufacturing, with responsibilities including improving inventory accuracy, scheduling, ERP implementation, physical material flow, and storage optimization throughout the plant.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate industry-leading knowledge in materials concepts, processes, and systems, including lean and six sigma principles. They will be responsible for driving improvements aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets, and developing expertise within their departments.

Key qualities include focus, attention to detail, high energy, enthusiasm, analytical skills, problem-solving ability, adaptability to change, and a strong commitment to achieving financial and customer service goals.

This position reports directly to the Plant Director.

About The Carlstar Group

The Carlstar Group, LLC, with approximately $700 million in revenue, is a leading producer of specialty tires, wheels, and assemblies for various markets including lawn & garden, construction, power sports, trailers, and agriculture. With over 100 years in engineered rubber products, the company markets under brands like Carlisle, ITP, and Cragar. It operates four manufacturing facilities in North America and China, with around 3,400 employees, and maintains a broad distribution network.

The company focuses on managing a high-mix, low-volume SKU environment, emphasizing timely and accurate order fulfillment through efficient operations and strategic commercial initiatives. Their goal is to improve EBITDA margins to over 12% on increasing revenues.

Learn more at https://www.carlstargroup.com/

Pivotal Experience and Expertise:

• Proven experience leading high-performing, cross-functional teams and implementing best practices in materials and inventory management.
• Developing and executing cycle counting plans, organizing inventory, and implementing MES/CES systems.
• Collaborating with procurement and corporate teams to optimize stocking levels and ordering triggers.
• Ability to connect manufacturing and demand concepts, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications:

• 4-year degree or equivalent in relevant fields; MBA preferred.
• 3-5 years of management experience in manufacturing/distribution or 6-10 years in materials/logistics.
• Practical knowledge of lean and six sigma methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Leadership Capabilities & Culture Fit:

• Hands-on leadership style, fostering engagement and accountability.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable with ambiguity and autonomy.
• Transparent, growth-oriented, and effective communicator at all levels.