Materials Manager – Traverse City Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Traverse (MI); Presencial; USD 79.000 - 119.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Pivot Group Network in Traverse City, MI, seeks a Materials Manager to optimize inventory, ensure material availability, and supervise warehouse staff. The role collaborates with purchasing to align supply with demand and supports production scheduling. Salary ranges reflect experience and location.

This opportunity targets professionals across Michigan’s manufacturing sectors. Candidates should have strong ERP/MRP experience, inventory accuracy, and lean manufacturing knowledge.

Formación

• Five or more years in materials or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems for inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy and cycle count methods.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise warehouse and material handling staff.
• Resolve shortages and expedite critical materials as needed.
• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.
• Maintain inventory levels that support production schedules without excess stock.
• Manage cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Coordinate with purchasing to keep supply aligned with demand.
• Track material costs and report variances to plant leadership.

Conocimientos

Experience 5+ yrs

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory accuracy

Supervisory

Lean/CI

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

ERP/MRP systems

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Materials Manager | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 – $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for inventory optimization and ensuring material availability? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Traverse City area seeking experienced Materials Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Materials Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Traverse City in Grand Traverse County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Elk Rapids, Kalkaska, Suttons Bay, and Empire.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Traverse City area that seek skilled Materials Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse and material handling staff.
• Resolve shortages and expedite critical materials as needed.
• Ensure material storage meets safety and compliance standards.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components.
• Maintain inventory levels that support production schedules without excess stock.
• Manage cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Coordinate with purchasing to keep supply aligned with demand.
• Track material costs and report variances to plant leadership.

Recommended Qualifications

• Five or more years in materials or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems for inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accuracy and cycle count methods.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO or similar quality management systems.
• Background in automotive or high-volume production environments.
• Data analysis skills using spreadsheets or reporting tools.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification.
• Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supply Chain Manager, Materials Supervisor, Production Planning Manager, Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Materials Planner, Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Inventory Production Planning Supply Chain Cost Reduction Access Support Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Raw Materials Waste Logistics ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Inventory Control Recruiting Sourcing Demand Compensation Supply Supply Chain Management Purchasing Reliability Storage Continuous Improvement Optimization Availability SAP Forecasting Manufacturing Procurement Oracle Suppliers Materials Administration Scheduling Preparation Planning Engineering Business Science Sales Management

Salary Package:

$ 79,000.00 – 119,000.00 (US Dollar)