Materials Manager: Production Planning & Inventory Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika Corporation is seeking a Materials Manager for its Marion, Kentucky production facility. The role focuses on planning to ensure material and service availability, establishing and monitoring production schedules, and leading production planners.

The position drives on-time shipping, inventory accuracy, and cost-efficient operations across sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Business Management or related field and 5+ years in manufacturing or

Qualifications

• BS degree in Business Management or related field required.
• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution center environment.
• Direct experience with materials and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the Sika SAFE Program.
• Member of the Site Leadership Team.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment per policy.
• Display leadership in advancing Sika SAFE culture toward zero injuries.
• Forecast planning and scheduling based on trends with department and sales managers.
• Oversee production planners, schedule priorities, and provide escalation support.
• Oversee purchasing to ensure material supplies and uninterrupted manufacturing.
• Coordinate with Receiving and Plant Logistics for optimal material flow and inventory accuracy.
• Troubleshoot between manufacturing, quality control, purchasing and logistics to resolve discrepancies.
• Satisfy on-time shipping with optimal inventory investment and conduct physical inventories.
• Ensure timely turnover of materials and develop action plans to minimize obsolete material.
• Oversee workflow processes for plant material movement.
• Perform other work as required by Director, Operations.

Education

BS degree in Business Management or related field

Job description

Sika Corporation is seeking a Materials Manager for its Marion, Kentucky production facility. The role focuses on planning to ensure material and service availability, establishing and monitoring production schedules, and leading production planners.

The position drives on-time shipping, inventory accuracy, and cost-efficient operations across sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Business Management or related field and 5+ years in manufacturing or