Materials Manager

NTG Staffing; Bartlesville (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking an experienced Materials Manager in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, to lead and optimize material-related functions in a safety-critical industrial environment. The role involves managing inventory, overseeing the handling of materials, and supporting production and compliance. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in materials management and a bachelor's degree in a related field, with strong analytical and communication skills. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and teamwork across various functions.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or warehouse leadership.
• Knowledge of inventory control and hazardous material handling.
• Preferred experience in battery recycling or chemical processing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the classification, handling, disposition, and traceability of all materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory across raw materials and consumables.
• Design and optimize internal material flow to support efficient production.
• Lead purchasing for indirect materials and manage vendor relationships.
• Develop and maintain production plans translating demand forecasts.
• Lead, coach, and develop the materials team in collaboration with other departments.

Skills

Operational leadership

Material flow optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Materials Manager to lead and optimize all material-related functions in a fast-paced, safety-critical industrial environment. The ideal candidate will oversee the accurate and efficient handling of all inbound and outbound materials, maintain inventory integrity, and support production planning and regulatory compliance. This role combines operational leadership, material flow optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure smooth plant operations and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the classification, handling, disposition, and traceability of all materials, including hazardous and regulated feedstock.
• Maintain accurate inventory across raw materials, WIP, packaging, and consumables, implementing scalable control systems and resolving discrepancies.
• Design and optimize internal material flow to support efficient production, reduce waste, and ensure safe handling.
• Lead purchasing for indirect materials, manage vendor relationships, and support cost-effective procurement processes.
• Develop and maintain production plans, translating demand forecasts into material requirements while monitoring performance and mitigating bottlenecks.
• Lead, coach, and develop the materials team, fostering collaboration with Production, EHS, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or warehouse leadership in manufacturing, chemical processing, recycling, or industrial operations.
• Knowledge of inventory control, MRP/ERP systems, and hazardous material handling.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Preferred: experience in battery recycling, chemical processing, automotive, or electronics manufacturing; lean/5S implementation; APICS/CPIM/CSCP certification.