Materials Manager: Lean Planning & Procurement Leader

The Chamber of Manitowoc County; Manitowoc (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Materials Manager to lead supply chain management in a hands‑on plant. You will oversee materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, information flow and asset management.

Responsibilities include leading procurement, supplier negotiations and ensuring data accuracy, with a focus on cost reduction and continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in purchasing/materials management in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with materials planning, MRPII/JIT, and inventory control.
• Four-year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the flow of materials and information from customers through procurement to delivery.
• Lead production planning, shipping, receiving and inventory functions.
• Lead procurement and materials management activities including supplier evaluation and price negotiation.
• Oversee plant manufacturing resource‑planning (MRP) activities and data integrity.
• Manage department budgets and support lean initiatives.

Skills

Materials management

Purchasing

Production planning

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or materials management

Job description

Parker Hannifin Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Materials Manager to lead supply chain management in a hands‑on plant. You will oversee materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, information flow and asset management.

Responsibilities include leading procurement, supplier negotiations and ensuring data accuracy, with a focus on cost reduction and continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership in a manufacturing environment.