Materials Manager: Planning, Logistics & Leadership

Adient plc; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc, a global leader in automotive seating, seeks a Materials Manager to lead material planning, inventory control, and logistics in the Normal, IL area. You will manage BOMs, supplier performance, and the end-to-end material flow to sustain uninterrupted production.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in materials management, and experience with MRP/ERP systems, ideally in automotive manufacturing and IATF 16949 environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in materials management, supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
• Previous leadership experience managing supervisors and hourly employees.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, inventory management, production planning, and logistics operations.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing and familiarity with IATF 16949 requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Materials Planning & Inventory Management, BOM maintenance, and optimization of inventory levels to support production.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions; maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Oversee inbound/outbound transportation, manage customer schedule fluctuations, and reduce freight costs.
• Establish procedures for receiving, shipping, storage, and material movement; manage discrepancies and documentation.
• Lead, coach, and develop Materials Floor Supervisors and staff; monitor productivity and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with BOS, IATF, and regulatory requirements; oversee equipment safety, licensing, and training.
• Develop and report weekly/monthly department KPIs; drive cost reduction in freight, packaging, and inventory.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Adient plc, a global leader in automotive seating, seeks a Materials Manager to lead material planning, inventory control, and logistics in the Normal, IL area. You will manage BOMs, supplier performance, and the end-to-end material flow to sustain uninterrupted production.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in materials management, and experience with MRP/ERP systems, ideally in automotive manufacturing and IATF 16949 environments.