Materials Manager

W-Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short and Long term Disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

W-Industries is seeking a Materials Manager in Houston, Texas to oversee material flow and ensure the availability of materials to support production schedules. The role involves managing operations of receiving, warehousing, and inventory control in compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of inventory management within a manufacturing setting. Benefits include 401(k) and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in materials management or warehouse operations.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing functional teams.
• Proven track record of improving inventory accuracy and material flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of receiving, warehouse, and kitting.
• Oversee inventory control and cycle counting processes.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives across material flow.

Skills

Leadership

Material flow management

Inventory control

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY/ DESCRIPTION

The Materials Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of material flow across the facility(s), including receiving, warehousing, kitting, and MRB (Material Review Board) operations. This role ensures the right materials are available at the right time to support production schedules while effectively controlling nonconforming material. The Materials Manager drives operational excellence through process standardization, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional coordination with production, quality, procurement, and project management teams.

Requirements

• Lead and manage daily operations of receiving, warehouse, kitting, and MRB areas
• Ensure accurate and timely receipt, inspection, and system transactions of incoming materials
• Oversee inventory control processes including cycle counts, reconciliation, and accuracy improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain efficient kitting strategies to support production schedules and minimize downtime
• Coordinate material availability with production control and project teams to meet build and delivery timelines
• Manage / Support MRB operations, including segregation, identification, and physical control of nonconforming material
• Establish and enforce standard work, layout optimization, and material handling best practices across all areas
• Monitor KPIs (inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, picking efficiency, dock-to-stock time, etc.) and implement corrective actions
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, waste reduction) across all material flow functions
• Manage staffing, training, and performance of departmental leads and team members
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements in all material handling operations
• Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to resolve shortages, quality issues, and delivery constraints, including RTVs and supplier returns

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management across multiple operational departments
• Deep understanding of material flow, inventory control, and nonconforming material processes within a manufacturing environment
• Inventory management expertise including MRP/ERP systems, cycle counting, demand alignment, and MRB tracking
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical components, switchgear materials, and power distribution equipment used in PDC, E-House, or switchgear manufacturing
• Ability to interpret electrical BOMs, manufacturer part numbers, and material specifications to support production readiness and inventory accuracy
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles including 5S, pull systems, and waste elimination
• Working knowledge of quality systems, MRB processes, and material disposition workflows
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills
• Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze KPIs and drive operational improvements
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and process discipline skills

Minimum Experience Required

• 7+ years of experience in materials management, warehouse operations, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing multiple functional teams (receiving, warehouse, kitting, and/or MRB)
• Experience in PDC, E-House, switchgear, or similar engineered-to-order manufacturing strongly preferred
• Proven track record of improving inventory accuracy, material flow efficiency, MRB control, and on-time delivery performance
• Demonstrated experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, value stream mapping, pull systems, Kanban) to improve material flow, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency strongly preferred

Preferred Education & Certifications

• Formal education in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and progressive hands-on experience in materials management
• APICS certifications such as CPIM or CSCP preferred, but not required; relevant practical experience in inventory and production control considered equivalent
• Lean / Six Sigma training or certification (Green Belt preferred) or demonstrated application of Lean principles in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems gained through formal training or on-the-job system ownership and usage
• Familiarity with ISO quality systems and MRB/nonconformance processes through practical experience or formal training

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to stand (for extended periods of time), walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl and twist
• Ability to carry tools.
• Ability to move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas.

Offered Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long term Disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• FSA and HSA
• PTO

EEOC Statement

W-Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that no applicant for employment or employee is denied an equal opportunity based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

E-Verify Notification

W-Industries is a participant of E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information entered by an employer from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.