Materials & Planning Manager

SMS group USA; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

SMS group USA is seeking a Materials Manager to help oversee plant material control functions including forecasting, planning, MRO purchasing, shipping/receiving, and inventory control.

The role involves coordinating with Supervisors, Estimators, and Shop Supervisors to ensure material availability and timely deliveries, while maintaining safety and compliance. A bachelor's degree in supply chain or business management is required, with strong ERP purchasing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management.
• APICS CPIM preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years in materials management.
• Thorough knowledge of ERP planning or purchasing systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Supervisors and Estimator to determine products and services needed for the business unit(s).
• Request the minimum number of quotes required per the Purchasing Policy, the quotes will be saved with a copy of the purchase order.
• Enter Purchase Orders in GSS accurately and ensure electronic PO folders contain relevant material, quotes, drawings, and instructions.
• Ensure PO details include material type, burnout specs, machine finishes, and drawings; forward copies to Receiving.
• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental requirements when purchasing for shop work.
• Meet with customers and vendors to discuss parts and services.
• Collaborate with Estimator for materials/services for won jobs and pricing in GSS.
• Coordinate with Shop Supervisors for scheduling material deliveries to meet demand and schedules.
• Investigate discrepancies between Purchasing and Receiving and revise POs as needed.
• Plan BOMs and expedite parts to support operational plans; update BOMs, routers, and lot sizes with Operations/PMs.
• Support plant production scheduling and shop floor scheduling to ensure on-time production and deliveries.
• Control plant inventory, align with cycle counts and WIP audits, and optimize turnover using GSS.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation / minimal supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management

Tools

ERP planning systems

Purchasing systems

GSS software

Job description

SMS group USA is seeking a Materials Manager to help oversee plant material control functions including forecasting, planning, MRO purchasing, shipping/receiving, and inventory control.

The role involves coordinating with Supervisors, Estimators, and Shop Supervisors to ensure material availability and timely deliveries, while maintaining safety and compliance. A bachelor's degree in supply chain or business management is required, with strong ERP purchasing experience preferred.