Materials Manager

CSAT Solutions LP; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CSAT Solutions LP seeks a Materials Manager to lead procurement, planning, and inventory for server repair operations. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier performance, and material availability to meet SLAs while optimizing costs and inventory turns.

Role requires seven+ years in quality/manufacturing leadership with CQE certification; IPC A610/IPC 7711/7721; Mandarin/Spanish preferred. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required.
• Minimum seven years of progressive quality management experience in electronics/manufacturing.
• CQE certification is required; Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• IPC A610 and IPC 771/721 certifications are required; J-STD-001 preferred.
• ISO 9001 knowledge and experience implementing compliant quality systems.
• Experience with repair operations for servers, AI infrastructure, GPUs, and related components.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with quality tools (CAPA, 8D, SPC, PFMEA).
• Fluency in Mandarin or Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and planning teams for sourcing, materials planning, and supplier performance.
• Develop supply chain strategies ensuring timely availability of repair components.
• Drive supplier selection, qualification, and performance management.
• Negotiate master agreements and long-term procurement contracts.
• Develop inventory planning strategies balancing responsiveness and optimization.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Repair Operations to support schedules and commitments.
• Oversee reverse logistics for returns, warranty, and asset recovery.
• Monitor semiconductor and AI infrastructure supply markets for risks and opportunities.

Skills

Supply chain management

Strategic sourcing

Inventory optimization

Procurement leadership

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

CQE certification

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Visio

MS Project

Job description

CSAT Solutions has always emphasized that outstanding people are the key to our success We are hoping to find a qualified and innovative professional to fill the position of Materials Manager for server repair Were looking for a creative thinker who doesnt mind sharing their ideas and implementing new strategies to benefit the business If you are a highly motivated individual with excellent managerial skills and superior time management skills CSAT Solutions may have a career for you We invite you to explore the current opportunities available at CSAT Solutions

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement and planning teams responsible for strategic sourcing procurement materials planning inventory management logistics and supplier performance supporting AI server repair operations while fostering a culture of accountability continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that ensure the timely availability of critical repair components including GPUs CPUs memory storage devices networking components power supplies cooling assemblies system boards and other high value server assemblies
• Lead material planning activities to support customer repair service level agreements SLAs minimizing shortages while optimizing inventory investment and inventory turns
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies including contingency sourcing in support of business continuity preparedness for new suppliers while strengthening relationships with existing strategic suppliers authorized distributors OEMs and contract manufacturers
• Drive supplier selection qualification and performance management based on quality delivery cost responsiveness technical capability capacity and business continuity
• Negotiate pricing master supply agreements service agreements and long term procurement contracts that reduce total cost of ownership while ensuring continuity of supply
• Develop inventory planning strategies for critical service parts balancing customer responsiveness with inventory optimization and lifecycle management
• Partner closely with Engineering Repair Operations Quality and Program Management to ensure material availability supports production schedules NPI readiness and customer commitments
• Develop and execute reverse logistics strategies for customer returns warranty processing repairable assets and component recovery to maximize asset utilization and minimize repair costs
• Monitor global semiconductor electronics and AI infrastructure supply markets to proactively identify shortages allocation risks end of life notifications and alternative sourcing opportunities
• Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives corrective actions and continuous improvement programs that improve component reliability and reduce repair cycle times
• Ensure compliance with importexport regulations customs requirements environmental regulations customer security requirements and applicable industry standards including the prevention of counterfeit or unauthorized components entering the supply chain
• Develop supply chain performance metrics including supplier on time delivery fill rate inventory accuracy inventory turns material availability cost savings procurement cycle time and supplier quality performance
• Travel up to 25 as required to supplier locations customer sites and company facilities

Education, Training and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Quality Manufacturing Industrial Engineering or a related technical discipline required
• Minimum of seven 7 years of progressive quality management experience within electronics manufacturing depot repair OEM service or high technology manufacturing including at least five 5 years of leadership experience
• Certified Quality Engineer CQE required
• Six Sigma Black Belt or other similar certifications preferred
• IPC A 610 and IPC 77117721 certifications required; J STD 001 certification preferred
• Thorough understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and experience implementing and maintaining compliant quality systems
• Experience supporting repair operations involving enterprise servers AI infrastructure GPU systems storage platforms networking equipment printed circuit board assemblies PCBAs and electronic subassemblies strongly preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in quality tools and methodologies including CAPA 8D SPC MSA PFMEA Control Plans Process Mapping Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and statistical data analysis
• Experience managing customer quality requirements supplier quality programs warranty analysis field failure investigations and customer audits
• Knowledge of ESD controls electronics manufacturing processes component level repair reliability principles and failure analysis techniques
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Power BI Visio and Project with experience using statistical analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams manage multiple priorities communicate effectively with customers and executive leadership and foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Verbal and written fluency in Mandarin or Spanish preferred

CSAT Solutions LP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status