Materials Manager

Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway; Bremen (IN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Johns Manville in Bremen, IN is seeking a Materials Manager to lead planning, procurement, and inventory for a 24/7 manufacturing operation. You will drive production scheduling, material availability, and logistics to keep customers satisfied.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in warehouse/inventory management in manufacturing, and 2 years supervising teams with 1 year purchasing/forecasting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years experience in warehouse and inventory management in a manufacturing environment.
• 2 years of supervisory experience and 1 year of purchasing and forecasting experience.
• Experience in adhering to quality management systems.
• Experience maintaining a safe work environment.
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP warehouse management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Proven ability to set and control inventory.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work after hours and extended shifts.
• Solid project management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, order, and procure raw materials to support production and analyze inventory levels and demand forecasts.
• Adjust production schedules and priorities as needed.
• Partner with customer service, production, and operations teams.
• Lead warehouse operations and supervise 16 employees.
• Monitor cycle counts and inventory accuracy; identify discrepancies.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics.
• Manage packaging and semi-finished goods inventory for uninterrupted production.
• Drive safety, efficiency, and cost-control improvements across distribution.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Forecasting

Purchasing

Problem solving

Communication

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Materials Manager

Bremen IN

R26_1523

Full time

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$89,300.00-$122,800.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

Keep Production Moving. Keep Customers Happy. Lead the Operation.

If you're energized by solving logistical challenges, balancing inventory with customer demand, and leading a team in a 24/7 operation that keeps a manufacturing operation running smoothly, this could be the opportunity for you.

As our Materials Manager, you'll be at the center of the action.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have a direct impact on customer satisfaction, operational performance, and the overall success of the facility.

What You'll Be Doing

Your days will be a mix of planning, problem-solving, and leading people.

You'll:

• Responsible for planning, ordering, and procuring raw materials to support production requirements while analyzing inventory levels and demand forecasts to ensure material availability.
• Adjust production schedules and priorities based on changing business needs
• Partner closely with customer service, production, and operations teams
• Lead warehouse operations and oversee a team of 16 employees, ensuring products move efficiently through receiving, storage, and shipment.
• Monitor cycle counts and inventory accuracy, helping identify discrepancies before they become larger issues
• Review labor utilization and overtime needs while supporting a productive and engaged warehouse team
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics
• Manage packaging and semi-finished goods inventory to support uninterrupted production
• Drive continuous improvements in safety, efficiency, and cost control throughout the distribution function
• Ensure raw materials and packaging materials are available to support production.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means:

• Customers receive the right products on time
• Inventory remains accurate and optimized
• Production schedules run efficiently
• Warehouse operations are safe, organized, and productive
• Team members are engaged, supported, and accountable
• Costs are controlled without sacrificing service levels

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a leader who can balance strategy and execution while thriving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years experience in warehouse and inventory management in a manufacturing environment, 2 years of supervisory experience, and 1 year of purchasing and forecasting experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience in adhering to quality management systems.
• Experience maintaining a safe work environment.
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP warehouse management systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word , Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proven ability to set and control inventory, Solid.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to support after hour calls and work extended hours, Solid.
• Solid project management skills.
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Why This Role Matters

This position is the key connection between customer demand, production, inventory, and distribution. Every decision you make helps ensure products are available, shipments leave on time, costs stay controlled, and our operation continues to perform at its be

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Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company's succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

About Us

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.