Materials Manager - Dothan, AL

Air Distribution Limited; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Distribution Limited – Ruskin Manufacturing Plant in Dothan, AL is seeking a Materials Manager to lead supply chain, inventory, and logistics. You will ensure material availability, optimize planning, and drive on-time delivery to customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 5–7 years in materials management, plus proficiency with MRP/ERP and MS Office. You will partner with production, procurement, and logistics teams to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in materials management or supply chain.
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production schedules to ensure timely customer deliveries.
• Manage raw material availability and adjust production needs to meet demand.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics to optimize capacity and costs.
• Lead inventory control activities including cycle counts and demand forecasting.
• Oversee excess and obsolete inventory and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Coordinate movement and scheduling of materials across internal and external processing locations.
• Manage inbound and outbound transportation and ensure efficient warehouse operations.
• Negotiate and manage purchase orders for critical materials and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Requisition Number: MATER001881

• Posted : September 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Dothan, AL 36303, USA

Description

Materials Manager - Ruskin Manufacturing Plant - Dothan, AL

Overview

We are seeking a Materials Manager to lead and enhance our supply chain, inventory management, and logistics operations at our Dothan, AL manufacturing/fabrication facility. This role is critical in ensuring material availability, production efficiency, and on-time delivery to meet customer demands.

Why Join Us?

• Drive Operational Excellence: Lead material control initiatives that impact efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction.
• Innovate & Optimization: Influence strategic decisions and implement lean supply chain solutions.
• Collaborate & Lead: Work in a team-oriented environment that values a dynamic approach.

What You'll Do:

Scheduling, Planning, and Customer Delivery

• Coordinate with production schedules to ensure timely customer deliveries.
• Manage raw material availability and proactively adjust production needs to meet demand.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to optimize capacity planning and minimize costs.

Inventory Management

• Lead inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and demand forecasting.
• Oversee excess and obsolete inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Coordinate movement and scheduling of materials across internal and external processing location.

Warehouse & Logistics Oversight

• Manage inbound and outbound transportation in alignment with company logistics policies.
• Ensure warehouse operations have the necessary resources to execute efficiently and safely.
• Partner with supplier quality teams to drive compliance and improve logistics processes.
• Optimize supplier schedules to improve production flow and cost efficiencies.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance, address escalations, and maintain smooth material flow.
• Negotiate and manage agreements and purchase orders for critical materials.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or combination of experience)
• 5 - 7 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or production environments
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities

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