Materials Manager: Lead Inventory & Continuous Improvement

lighteracareers; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan matching

Job summary

Lightera in Carrollton, GA is seeking a Materials Manager to lead warehouse operations, planning and inventory control, and to drive efficient material flow that supports our growth.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and SAP- MM experience, with a background in manufacturing and cost management, and a track record of process improvements.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of manufacturing experience, with APICS/ISM certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of manufacturing experience, with emphasis on warehousing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and production-tracking software.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Experience in labor, materials and cost management.
• APICS and/or ISM certification preferred.
• SAP 6.0 ERP experience with Materials Management.
• Support development and use of Supplier Rating System.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of the Warehouse Supervisor, Buyers, and Inventory Control Supervisor.
• Plan materials for product based on order demand.
• Utilize materials in the most efficient manner by implementing utilization of “shorts” produced in the processes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy of materials, tooling and supplies.
• Conduct staff and employee meetings
• Administration of company policy, including discussion and review with supervisor and individual, company policy issues and disciplinary action.
• Manage information flow between departments.
• Implementation of projects and methods, which lead to continuous improvement.
• Staffing and planning for current and future needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Labor and cost management

Supplier relationship knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

APICS/ISM certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Production tracking

Supplier Rating System

Job description

Lightera in Carrollton, GA is seeking a Materials Manager to lead warehouse operations, planning and inventory control, and to drive efficient material flow that supports our growth.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and SAP- MM experience, with a background in manufacturing and cost management, and a track record of process improvements.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of manufacturing experience, with APICS/ISM certification preferred.