Materials Manager

Southwire Company; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Disability (Long & Short-Term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee planning, procurement, inventory control and logistics, ensuring a smooth flow of materials for manufacturing and production orders.

The role requires 5–7 years in production planning or industrial engineering, with CPIM/CSCP preferred; strong leadership and cost-efficiency focus will drive continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 5-7 years of experience in production planning or industrial engineering.
• CPIM or CSCP certification preferred with 8-11 years of experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on materials management strategies to improve efficiency.
• Attend industry conferences to stay updated on trends and best practices.
• Attract and recruit qualified professionals to build a high-performing team.
• Coordinate processes to ensure efficient material handling across departments.
• Define project terms and objectives for materials initiatives to align with goals.
• Design programs to enhance skills and knowledge of the team.

Skills

Negotiation

Invoicing

Budgeting

Contract Management

Forecasting

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Ethical Standards And Conduct

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPIM or CSCP

Job description

Materials Manager manages the materials management function, including planning, procurement, inventory control, and logistics to ensure efficient flow of materials that support manufacturing and production order requirements. Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address operational challenges, production schedules, and customer delivery commitments. Provides technical guidance to team members on material forecasting, supplier collaboration, and inventory optimization practices. Ensures compliance with company policies and industry regulations while driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cost efficiency, material availability, and supply reliability across the organization. Coordinates and is responsible along with the Plant Controller for the accuracy of month end Inventory records.

Key Responsibilities

Advises leadership on materials management strategies that align with business objectives and drive operational efficiency.

Attends industry conferences and seminars to stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in materials management.

Attracts and recruits qualified professionals to build a high-performing materials management team.

Coordinates processes and assignments to ensure efficient and effective material handling across all departments.

Defines project terms and sets clear objectives for materials management initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Designs programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the materials management team, fostering continuous improvement.

Determines resource requirements and allocates materials and personnel effectively to meet project demands.

Develops tactical and operational plans to address resource and operational challenges, ensuring the timely availability of materials.

Responsible for accuracy of month end inventory records along with the Plant Controller.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Field of Expertise: Production Planning, Industrial Engineering

Preferred Education & Experience

Licenses/Certificates: CPIM or CSCP (ASCM)

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: Production Planning, Industrial Engineering

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes Number of Direct Reports: 5-10

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 25%

Standing: 25%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Attracts Top Talent

Decision Quality

Communicates Effectively

Courage

Drives Results

Skills

Negotiation

Invoicing

Budgeting

Contract Management

Forecasting

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Ethical Standards And Conduct

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.