Materials Manager

SertaSimmonsBedding; Florida; On-site; USD 96,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) is seeking a Materials/Supply Chain lead to ensure a steady raw materials supply in a fast-paced Lean make-to-order environment. You will collaborate with Sourcing Operations and manage inbound materials using MAP/MRP, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive waste reduction.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years Lean manufacturing experience, 3–5 years in leadership, a BA/BS, ERP/MS Office skills, OSHA familiarity, and APICS/CPIM certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years related experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• BA/BS Degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong computer skills including ERP and MS Office.
• Experience with OSHA requirements.
• APICS/CPM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply of raw materials for production in a Lean make-to-order environment.
• Foster safety culture and ensure OSHA-compliant training and policies.
• Oversee inbound receipt, disposition, and inventory accuracy using MRP/MAP.
• Plan and manage storage, replenishment, and reorder quantities on the production floor.
• Support lifecycle management and waste reduction across the value chain.
• Create and issue quality alerts and report defects to Sourcing Operations.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Manager to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Analytical

Organizational skills

Education

BA/BS Degree

APICS/CPM certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be Part of the Future of Sleep!

At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company, we're a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle.

Compensation:

$96,000-$105,000 per year

Compensation is based on experience, education, and relevant certifications.

What You'll Do:

• Manages constant supply of raw materials required to support production in a high velocity, just-in-time, make-to-order, Lean manufacturing environment.
• Foster a safety culture and the implementation of safety policies and training in compliance with the company safety program and OSHA regulations to eliminate work related injuries.
• Manage timely receipt and disposition of materials.
• Plan, order, execute and manage storage of critical raw materials in accordance with supplier selections and guidelines provided by Sourcing Operations using MAP/MRP system.
• Oversee Lean raw material replenishment and storage on the production floor, including initial set up, daily usage estimates, trigger points, and reorder quantities.
• Plan for material life cycle management and elimination of obsolete inventory items. Work to reduce waste through the value chain.
• Create and issue quality alerts.
• Report on quality defects of raw materials to Sourcing Operations for resolution.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels in line with cost and service goals by using MRP system and taking cycle counts as needed to resolve discrepancies.
• Participate in cycle count process and ensure that materials are stored in the designated locations.
• Maintain an optimum inbound delivery profile. Assist with inbound freight cost management.
• Assist Supply Chain Manager by identifying opportunities to improve KRA's (key results areas) while growing the business through service excellence.

What You'll Bring:

• 5-8 years related experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years in a leadership role
• BA/BS Degree in a related field preferred
• Strong computer (proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite), analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience with OSHA.
• APICS/CPM certification preferred.

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed/religion, sex (including sexual orientation, or gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping or expression), genetic information (including family medical history), or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

SSB will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them, as required by law.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to where legally required, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.