Materials Manager

Clayton Homes (New); United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K with company matching

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Clayton Impact volunteer time

Job summary

Clayton Manufacturing is seeking a Materials Manager to lead the purchasing, warehouse, and inventory control activities at the Home Building Facility. You will work closely with Engineering, Production, Service, Sales, and Home Office teams to optimize material flow and cost management.

The role requires a 4-year degree in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering and demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing materials environment.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Supply Chain operations, Industrial Engineering, or similar related material experience required.
• 3 year’s leadership experience in manufacturing Materials Management and/or Supply Chain management (preferred).
• Experience with ERP systems and Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the Materials department.
• Collaborate with facility leadership and corporate procurement teams.
• Forecast demand and manage risk to ensure material availability for production.
• Manage supplier contracts, pricing, and performance.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and cycle counting using ERP systems.
• Drive cost efficiency and process improvements across the supply chain.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Inventory management

Forecasting

Problem solving

Communications

Lean principles

Education

B.S. in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Materials Manager Job Profile: JP00473 Job Status: Full Time / Salary

Position Summary: The Material Manager is responsible for material management, vendor management, process management, and aids in cost management at the Home Building Facility. The Material Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, controls, and supervises the purchasing department, warehouse, and inventory control activities and works closely with the manufacturing teams to establish scheduling and planning requirements. This requires working with other departments at the facility including Engineering, Production, Service, Sales, as well as working collaboratively with Home office teams (procurement, accounting, etc..). The Material Manager reports directly to the General Manager of the HBF with a dotted line report into the corporate VP of Procurement. This position is responsible for effective execution of the job responsibilities below:

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, & develop the department
• Work and communicate collaboratively with the rest of the facility leadership team & corporate
• Facilitate a culture that is focused on the team member experience and customer experience
• Must comply, honor, and operate under existing supplier contracts and company SOP’s
• Negotiate pricing with non-contract suppliers
• Manage Oracle Supply Chain and Manufacturing modules to improve business processes
• Manage the cycle count process to accurately update inventory quantities
• Manage and maintain the accuracies of inventory while using the ERP system: Queries and views items in the ERP system
• Manages and analyzes Demand and Supply Plans
• Utilize demand analysis and other forecasting methods to accurately forecast undefined
• Configures and manages planning set up, data collection and order promising
• Manages data collection processes and verifies collected data
• Manages items used in Demand and Supply Plans
• Operate and order within the defined supply terms (lead time, minimum order quantity, delivery, etc.)
• Work independently on assigned projects and tasks, effectively using other resources as needed
• Optimize on hand inventory to balance cost efficiencies while maintaining material for production needs
• Work with suppliers and other departments to eliminate waste & improve efficiency
• Holds suppliers accountable to quality and performance standards
• Manage, update, and maintain the organization of the inventory warehouse
• Manage the Issue Resolution process
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure: Material is being scanned in and out of proper locations or sub-inventories
• The accuracy of material backflush locations is being met
• Proper rotation of inventory (FIFO)
• Management and recording of Damaged, Slow Moving, & Obsolete Material
• Management of scrap materials and scrap material sales
• Manage the item creation and item enablement process as well as conduct inventory variance deep dives
• Lead and develop direct reports using KPI’s and performance reviews, to ensure proper communication and compliance with all company guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 4-year degree inSupply Chain operations,Industrial Engineering, or similar related material experience required
• 3 year’s leadership experience in manufacturing Materials Management and/or Supply Chain management experience (preferred)
• Experience working on high impact cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Experience working with all levels of the organization, both technical and non-technical
• Detail oriented with strong documentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Experience and commitment to Lean principles
• Experience and knowledge of ERP systems and concepts (greatly desired)
• Familiarity with computer systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of raw material planning, production processes, quality control, cost management, and inventory management (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling. Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information with others. Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures. Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton 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.

Business Unit - B00018 Clayton Manufacturing

The Clayton story began in 1956 with a simple but powerful mission – helping more hardworking families across America achieve homeownership. Clayton is committed to Opening Doors to a Better Life. We are a leading single family, values driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. Our success is in our team members – join our team and see how you can help us build a better tomorrow. As a shared service, Home Team team members support many functions across the Clayton enterprise. The Home Team includes wellbeing, internal audit, accounting/finance, marketing, legal, campus operations, and more. We believe our strength is our people. That's why we invest in opportunities for our team members to personally and professionally grow. As a leader in modern and attainable housing, Clayton is committed to delivering forward-looking technology solutions. With a dedicated team of over 500 technology professionals, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. Our focus on team member experience, development and engagement is paramount, offering career pathing and leadership development opportunities to foster growth and success within our organization. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, and built more than 59,000 homes last year. Home Building Group makes the dream of homeownership a reality every single day, delivering quality-built homes at an attainable price. We are dedicated to a world-class team member experience, environmentally responsible building practices and helping provide attainable housing for all. This business unit is comprised of Clayton Manufacturing, Clayton Supply, and Clayton Properties Group. With 2,900+ team members and 400+ Retail locations nationwide, our home consultants create a world-class home buying experience by assisting customers in identifying a floor plan, selecting options, and coordinating the construction process. Clayton Retail sells more than 25,000 homes annually, as we strive to help customers achieve homeownership across America.