Materials Manager

Ingersoll Rand; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Contributions

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Grant Program

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand in West Chester, PA seeks a strategic Materials Manager to lead planning, inventory control, and material flow for a high-volume facility. You will drive lean initiatives, manage a materials team, and partner with procurement and production to ensure uninterrupted operations.

The role requires a strong background in SAP/MRP, inventory optimization, and a proven track record in manufacturing leadership. Join us to advance efficiency and safety in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience working with MRP systems and inventory control processes.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and materials planning.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive performance, and improve operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead materials planning, inventory control, and replenishment activities to support production and customer demand.
• Manage raw material inventory using SAP/MRP systems while optimizing inventory levels and material flow.
• Develop and execute materials strategies that support business objectives, operational performance, and inventory targets.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Oversee new product introductions, material lifecycle management, and inventory compliance processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the materials team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Leadership

SAP/MRP

Lean Manufacturing

Inventory management

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Materials Management/Business/Operations

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Kanban

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Manager, Materials

Location: West Chester, PA

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

About Ingersoll Rand

At Ingersoll Rand, we are driven by an ownership mindset and a commitment to making life better for our employees, customers, and communities. With more than 160 years of innovation and industry leadership, we develop mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions that help improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability across a wide range of industries. Our portfolio of more than 80 trusted brands serves customers in life sciences, food and beverage, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, clean energy, and many other markets worldwide. Join us and become part of a team that is shaping the future through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Materials Manager to lead all aspects of materials planning, inventory control, and materials management for our West Chester manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring uninterrupted production through effective supply chain execution, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Materials Manager will lead a team responsible for planning, procurement, inventory management, and material flow within a high-volume, lean manufacturing environment. Success in this role will be measured through key performance indicators including inventory turns, on-time delivery, service levels, and inventory accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead materials planning, inventory control, and replenishment activities to support production and customer demand.
• Manage raw material inventory using SAP/MRP systems while optimizing inventory levels and material flow.
• Develop and execute materials strategies that support business objectives, operational performance, and inventory targets.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Oversee new product introductions, material lifecycle management, and inventory compliance processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the materials team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience working with MRP systems and inventory control processes.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and materials planning.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive performance, and improve operational processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Management, Supply Chain, Business Management, or related discipline.
• APICS CPIM certification.
• Experience implementing Kanban or other Lean inventory systems.
• Strong background in inventory management, operations, and supply chain planning.
• Experience with visual management and daily management systems.
• SAP experience preferred.

Why Join Ingersoll Rand?

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Grant Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Programs
• Career Development Opportunities
• A Collaborative and Inclusive Work Environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ingersoll Rand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws and regulations.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

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