Materials Manager – Delta Township Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Delta Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan connects manufacturers with skilled Materials Managers to maintain optimal inventory and material availability across Delta Township and nearby areas. Opportunities span multiple manufacturers, with emphasis on reliability, cost control, and continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates typically have 5+ years in materials or inventory roles, ERP/MRP experience, and a degree in supply chain or business.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.

Skills

NetSuite

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management

Lean Six Sigma

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MS Excel

SQL basics

Job description

Job Description:

Materials Manager | Delta Township, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Delta Township area seeking skilled 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 Delta Township in Eaton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Grand Ledge, Dimondale, and Portland.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Delta Township 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

• 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.


• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.


• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.


• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.


• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• APICS or similar supply chain certification.


• Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management.


• Familiarity with ISO or similar quality management systems.


• Background in automotive or high-volume production environments.


• Data analysis skills using spreadsheets or reporting tools.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Required Skills:

NetSuite Resume Offers Inventory Lean Six Sigma Production Planning Supply Chain Support Six Sigma Operations Waste Logistics ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Inventory Control Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Supply Supply Chain Management Storage Continuous Improvement Optimization Availability SAP Forecasting Inventory Management Manufacturing Procurement Oracle Suppliers Materials Administration Preparation Planning Engineering Business Project Management Management

Salary Package:

$ 77,000.00 - 117,000.00 (US Dollar)