** Materials Manager

Dwyer Instruments, PTY; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Dwyer Instruments is seeking a Materials Manager to lead and coordinate purchasing, planning, and inventory control to ensure material availability for production and customer needs. You will supervise purchasing, planning, and stockroom teams while driving continuous improvement and cost efficiency.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in manufacturing materials management, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing materials management.
• At least 3 years supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, planning, inventory control and stockroom operations.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost and supplier performance.
• Oversee material planning and production scheduling to meet demand.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular audits/cycle counts.
• Ensure receiving processes are timely and accurate and stockroom operations are efficient.
• Provide reporting and metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Procurement knowledge

Knowledge of production planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SyteLine

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Summary

The Materials Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all aspects of materials management, including purchasing, planning, inventory control and stockroom operations. This role ensures efficient procurement, accurate inventory levels, and timely material availability to support production and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision
• Directly supervise purchasing, planning, inventory control and stockroom teams.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and develop staff to meet departmental goals.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Purchasing & Vendor Management
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to reduce costs and improve supplier performance.
• Evaluate vendor quotations and negotiate contracts to ensure quality, price, and delivery standards.
• Maintain ethical and transparent vendor relationships.
• Planning & Scheduling
• Oversee material planning and production scheduling to meet forecasted demand.
• Collaborate with production and sales teams to align material availability with operational needs.
• Inventory Management
• Establish and monitor inventory control systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Minimize carrying costs and reduce excess or obsolete inventory.
• Ensure accurate inventory records through regular audits and cycle counts.
• Stockroom Oversight
• Ensure receiving processes timely and accurate receipt of goods.
• Maintain organized and efficient stockroom operations.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards during material handling.
• Process Improvement & Reporting
• Analyze supply chain performance and implement improvements to reduce lead times and costs.
• Utilize ERP systems (preferably SyteLine) to manage procurement and inventory data.
• Prepare reports and metrics to support business planning and decision-making.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing materials management.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience; management training preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of procurement, inventory control, and production planning best practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Moderate noise environment typical of a manufacturing setting.