Materials Manager - 1st Shift - Tyson of Springdale

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Springdale, AR, seeks a Materials Manager for 1st shift to direct scheduling, warehouse, and procurement activities. You will oversee SAP Master Data and ensure 100% supply availability for production while driving efficiency and cost control.

The role requires 5+ years in distribution or materials handling, strong leadership and communication, and the ability to manage multiple teams in a high-demand manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Logistics or Business Administration preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in Distribution or Materials Handling preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and distribution software.
• Supervisory responsibility with strong communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct, control and coordinate Materials Mgmt, Finite Scheduling, Warehouse and Logistics.
• Manage SAP Master Data to support manufacturing plant operations.
• Oversee production scheduling, materials purchasing, receiving and warehousing.
• Maintain inventory controls per Tyson Foods guidelines and lead Lean initiatives.
• Supervise a team across departments, ensuring safety and cost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Project management

Education

BA/BS in Logistics or Business Administration

Tools

SAP Master Data

Excel

PowerPoint

Distribution software

Job description

## Materials Manager - 1st Shift - Tyson of SpringdaleApply: Tyson of Springdale - Springdale, Arkansas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 11, 2026 (1 day left to apply): R0490216**Job Details:****Exciting Opportunity at a New Poultry Processing Facility**This role supports Tyson of Springdale, a new poultry processing facility opening in Springdale, Arkansas. Candidates selected for this position will start their Tyson career and complete training at a nearby Tyson facility in Rogers or Springdale, Arkansas. Once the new facility is operational, Team Members will transfer to Tyson of Springdale location in early 2027. **Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.****We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:****➢ Medical, dental, and vision insurance****➢ Telehealth services****➢ Well-Being Support Programs****➢ FSA and HSA available****➢ 401k****➢ Stock Purchase Plan****➢ Company Paid Life Insurance****➢ Short-Term & Long- Term Disability****➢ Fully Funded Education****➢ Discount Program** **SUMMARY:** This position is responsible for directing controlling and coordinating all aspects of Materials Mgmt Finite Scheduling Warehouse and Logistics and SAP Master Data in manufacturing plant. Functions to include: production scheduling; materials purchasing receiving warehousing and handling within manufacturing process; and SAP Master Data support. Manage raw materials ingredients and production supplies purchases to maintain 100 supply availability for scheduled production requirements. Manage inventory controls per Tyson Foods finance guidelines. Responsible for SOX Key Controls provisions Food Defense Plan SQF Program and Environmental Regulations associated with raw materials ingredients and production supplies in all storage and warehouse areas. Maintain a motivated team to minimize costs and maximize efficiencies while meeting corporate objectives. Manage warehouses and material product handling to minimize product damage. Maximize internal storage capacities in conjunction with public storage requirements. Manage proper housekeeping in all facilities. Manage safety so all goals are met or exceeded. Manage offsite warehousing and product movement between warehouses. Manage Lean projects to reduce costs and improve efficient operations. Manage SAP used as a business transformation tool to reduce costs through improvements in operations improvements in results reporting tools. **REQUIREMENTS:**Education: B.A. in Logistics or Business Administration preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience: 5 plus years related experience in Distribution or Materials Handling preferred.Computer Skills: Standard computer skills including Microsoft Office programs such as Word Excel Power Point and Distribution Software. Supervisory: This position is responsible for supervising a group of personnel in multiple departments or work units who perform similar and or interrelated tasks and activities.Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Special Skills: Display sound judgment and decision-making leadership and organizational skills.Travel: 0-5 trips.All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**Yes**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)