Materials Manager

redfrogsolutions; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

redfrogsolutions in Mentor, OH, is seeking a Materials Manager on-site to lead material planning, procurement execution, and supplier management for assigned product lines. You will oversee Buyer/Planner activities and ensure material availability supports production schedules and customer commitments.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, leadership experience, and strong Excel/ERP proficiency; experience with supplier accountability and inventory management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Procurement/planning in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience driving supplier accountability (OTD/PPM).
• Strong Excel and ERP proficiency.
• Experience managing inventory to support production.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading cost reduction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Buyer/Planner activities for timely procurement and planning.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to support production schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance on delivery and quality.
• Manage material shortages, past dues, and escalations.
• Maintain accurate PO status and supplier communication.
• Support cost reduction and productivity initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement

Inventory management

Supply chain improvement

ERP systems

Excel

Vendor management

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Materials Manager Mentor, OH area — On-site $115K-$130K

Summary

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a Materials Manager to lead material planning, procurement execution, and supplier management for assigned product lines. This role oversees Buyer/Planner activities and ensures material availability supports production schedules and customer commitments.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a procurement or supply chain role within a manufacturing experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience, including leading or supporting Buyer/Planner teams
• Experience driving supplier accountability for on-time delivery and quality performance (e.g. OTD and PPM targets)
• Experience monitoring and managing inventory levels to support inventory management objectives
• Experience supporting supply chain productivity and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience leading cost reduction or cost avoidance projects to offset inflationary increases
• Experience managing material shortages, past dues, and supply chain escalations
• Experience coordinating with Manufacturing and Operations to support production schedules and job release activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Lead Buyer/Planner activities to ensure timely procurement, planning execution, and on-time job starts
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Operations to support production schedules, job release, and shortage recovery
• Monitor and drive supplier performance on delivery, quality, and responsiveness, including corrective action and recovery plans
• Manage material shortages, past dues, and supply chain escalations
• Monitor inventory levels and support inventory management objectives
• Participate in supplier meetings and business reviews
• Support supply chain productivity, continuous improvement, and cost reduction initiatives
• Maintain accurate planning parameters, purchase order status, and supplier communication
• Maintain accurate planning parameters, purchase order status, and supplier communication