Materials Operations Leader – Strategy & Growth

Areté; Colorado; On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Vision reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

401(k) matching

ESOP

Education assistance

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Areté seeks a Materials Department Lead to oversee materials operations across all locations, directing the materials strategy, building a high‑performing team, and aligning with defense and commercial programs. The role offers broad strategic scope, rapid decision‑making, and visibility to executives.

Based in Niwot, CO or Tucson, AZ, this exempt, full‑time leadership position requires DoD contracting knowledge, strong ERP/MRP experience (Costpoint, Oracle, SAP), and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in materials, supply chain, or procurement operations.
• 2+ years of leadership/management experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (Costpoint, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR compliance requirements.
• Strong DoD contracting knowledge (FAR/DFARS).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Materials Department across all locations and develop teams.
• Oversee end-to-end materials operations: planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, logistics.
• Develop and execute strategic materials and supply chain plans.
• Establish and maintain materials management systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with DoD, ITAR/EAR, FAR, DFARS, and standards.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Procurement, Quality, PM, and Finance.
• Implement and optimize MRP/ERP systems (Costpoint highly valued).
• Drive continuous improvements in inventory accuracy and cost optimization.
• Manage materials budgets and support EAC processes.
• Interface with customers during audits and reviews.
• Track KPIs and report to executive leadership.
• Support government and commercial programs with agility.

Skills

Materials planning

Inventory management

Leadership

DoD contracting

MRP/ERP systems

Cost accounting / EVM

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Costpoint

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Areté seeks a Materials Department Lead to oversee materials operations across all locations, directing the materials strategy, building a high‑performing team, and aligning with defense and commercial programs. The role offers broad strategic scope, rapid decision‑making, and visibility to executives.

Based in Niwot, CO or Tucson, AZ, this exempt, full‑time leadership position requires DoD contracting knowledge, strong ERP/MRP experience (Costpoint, Oracle, SAP), and a proven ability to