Materials Manager

Lightera; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Lightera in Carrollton, GA is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee daily warehouse and materials activities, aligning supply with production demand and leading the Warehouse Supervisor, Buyers, and Inventory Control Supervisor.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, 5–7 years in manufacturing with emphasis on warehouse/materials management, strong communication, and proven cost control, SAP 6.0 ERP experience, and APICS/ISM certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Five to seven years manufacturing experience with emphasis on warehouse/materials management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Microsoft Office and Production Tracking software experience.
• Good time management, prioritization, motivation, and organization.
• Strong background in managing labor, materials and cost.
• APICS/ISM certification preferred.
• SAP 6.0 ERP experience with Materials Management and Sales/Distribution modules.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of Warehouse Supervisor, Buyers, and Inventory Control Supervisor.
• Plan materials for product based on order demand.
• Use shorts production to improve materials utilization.
• Maintain inventory accuracy of materials, tooling and supplies.
• Conduct staff and employee meetings.
• Administer company policy and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and methods.
• Staffing and planning for current and future needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Cost management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

APICS/ISM certification preferred

Tools

SAP 6.0 ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We currently seek a Materials Manager to join our division located in Carrollton, GA, and help support our continued business growth.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Warehouse Supervisor, Buyers, and Inventory Control Supervisor.
• Plan materials for product, based on order demand.
• Utilize materials in the most efficient manner by implementing utilization of “shorts” produced in the processes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy of materials, tooling and supplies.
• Conduct staff and employee meetings
• Administration of company policy, including discussion and review with supervisor and individual, company policy issues and disciplinary action.
• Implementation of projects and methods, which lead to continuous improvement.
• Staffing and planning for current and future needs.

Bachelor's Degree

• Five to seven years manufacturing experience, with strong emphasis on warehouse or materials management.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Applications and Production Tracking.
• Good time management, setting priorities, motivational and organizational skills.
• Strong background in managing labor, materials and cost.
• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) and or ISM certification preferred.
• Support development and use of Supplier Rating System.
• SAP 6.0 ERP experience preferred with a strong background in Materials Management and Sales/Distribution modules.

Working at Lightera means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and a matching 401(k) plan.

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

Lightera, a Georgia based global company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Location(s)

1 Brightwave Blvd, Carrollton , Georgia 30117 , United States

Position Type

Full-time

Employee Class

Regular Employee