Materials Manager

Sazerac; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Sazerac Company is seeking a Materials Manager in Bardstown, KY to lead material planning, inventory control, and supplier coordination to keep production running smoothly.

You will supervise bottling components, drive accuracy and efficiency, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in materials or manufacturing operations and prior supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of materials management, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience.
• Previous people management or supervisory experience.
• Experience working with inventory management or ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory management, purchasing, and material planning for bottling components to ensure production requirements are met.
• Supervise the Materials team, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with production scheduling, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to coordinate material availability, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory within System 21.
• Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and capital projects that improve department efficiency and productivity.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors and customers, ensuring exceptional service and timely communication regarding inventory and material movements.

Skills

Materials management

Inventory management

ERP systems

People management

Manufacturing operations

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

System 21

ERP systems

Job description

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of "world's most award-winning distillery" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Materials Manager leads all material planning, inventory management, and supplier coordination to ensure uninterrupted production operations. This role oversees bottling components such as labels, bottles, and caps while driving inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who enjoys developing teams, optimizing processes, and partnering across departments to support manufacturing success.

What You'll Do

• Lead inventory management, purchasing, and material planning for bottling components to ensure production requirements are met.
• Supervise the Materials team, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with production scheduling, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to coordinate material availability, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory within System 21.
• Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and capital projects that improve department efficiency and productivity.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors and customers, ensuring exceptional service and timely communication regarding inventory and material movements.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of materials management, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing operations experience.
• Previous people management or supervisory experience.
• Experience working with inventory management or ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• MBA.
• Experience within the beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or alcohol beverage industry.
• Experience managing employees in a union manufacturing environment.

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here. Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.