Materials Manager – Charlotte Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Materials Manager for the Charlotte, MI area. This role focuses on optimizing inventory, ensuring material availability, and leading a small team in a manufacturing setting.

You will oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials, maintain lean inventory, and coordinate with purchasing to meet production demands. Strong leadership and ERP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field required.
• Five+ years in materials or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems for inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy and cycle count methods.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.
• Maintain inventory levels that support production schedules without excess stock.
• Manage cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Coordinate with purchasing to keep supply aligned with demand.
• Track material costs and report variances to plant leadership.
• Supervise warehouse and material handling staff.
• Resolve shortages and expedite critical materials as needed.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Inventory control

Supervisory experience

ERP/MRP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Description:

Materials Manager | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 – $125,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Charlotte area seeking experienced Materials Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Materials Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Charlotte in Eaton County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Eaton Rapids, Potterville, Olivet, and Bellevue.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Charlotte area that add Materials Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.
• Maintain inventory levels that support production schedules without excess stock.
• Manage cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Coordinate with purchasing to keep supply aligned with demand.
• Track material costs and report variances to plant leadership.
• Supervise warehouse and material handling staff.
• Resolve shortages and expedite critical materials as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years in materials or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems for inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy and cycle count methods.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in automotive or high-volume production environments.
• Data analysis skills using spreadsheets or reporting tools.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management.
• Familiarity with ISO or similar quality management systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Materials Planner, Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Materials Supervisor, Production Planning Manager, Warehouse Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Inventory Production Planning Supply Chain Support Lean Manufacturing Management Skills Import Operations Raw Materials Waste Export Logistics ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Inventory Control Recruiting Sourcing Vendor Management Compensation Supply Supply Chain Management Storage Continuous Improvement Optimization Availability Inventory Management Manufacturing Procurement Regulations Suppliers Materials Negotiation Administration Preparation Planning Engineering Business Management

Salary Package:

$ 85,000.00 – 125,000.00 (US Dollar)