Materials Manager

SBM Company; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Materials Manager to lead the Pasadena production facility. This pivotal role requires a hands-on leader to coordinate material handling activities, ensuring efficient inventory control and logistics. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of production processes, and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that reconnect people with nature while ensuring operational excellence and safety. Join a company committed to growth and sustainability.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning and logistics.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory control and logistics planning.
• Lead safety programs and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Inventory Control

Logistics Planning

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation

Tools

SAGE ERP

Warehouse Management System

Job description

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Job Summary

We are seeking a driven Materials Manager to be a vital contributor to the success of the Pasadena, TX production facility for SBM Life Sciences. This role involves leading the team to coordinate material handling activities, including inventory control, processing, packaging, planning, logistics, and storage of supplies, materials, and equipment. The position requires a hands-on leadership style, strong floor presence, and financial business acumen.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Transportation
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in production planning, inventory control, logistics, transportation, and/or warehousing environments
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and safety
• Previous experience using a formal ERP Warehouse Management System, preferably SAGE
• Experience in CI, TPM, Lean, and/or 5S

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and priorities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact well with internal and external customers
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, ERP, and other computer systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently managing multiple projects to meet deadlines
• Self-starter, highly motivated to identify problems and take corrective actions
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, tactical, and strategic thinking skills

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory control, warehousing, transportation, logistics planning, and customer service
• Ensure compliance with standards, policies, and procedures; develop strategies to serve customers better
• Develop team members, promote employee engagement, and reward productivity
• Lead safety programs, drive continuous improvement, and ensure succession planning
• Build relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Resolve logistics service issues
• Collaborate on network design and KPI initiatives; report on site performance
• Manage redesign projects, capital projects, and vendor changes to improve safety, costs, and performance
• Meet or exceed performance standards related to cost, service, inventory, and logistics activities
• Lead inventory control processes, including real-time work order processing, variance reporting, and cycle counts

About The Company

SBM Life Science is dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through our products and solutions. Headquartered in Cary, NC, we offer products like Bioadvanced and Natria to beautify gardens while minimizing environmental harm. We foster a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and growth, committed to innovative solutions that harmonize nature with science.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, bonus incentives, and comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental insurance, HSA, FSA, Employee Assistance Program, 401K with match, paid time off, and holidays.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Manufacturing