Materials Supervisor: Lead Inventory & Material Flow

LEAR CORPORATION; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Materials Supervisor to oversee flow of raw materials, components, and finished goods, leading warehousing and material handling to support production. The role drives inventory accuracy, material movement, and continuous improvement across safety, quality, and cost targets.

You will supervise material handlers, coordinate replenishment, and collaborate with Production, Purchasing and Planning to meet schedules and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Automotive/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience leading a manufacturing team.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily material handling, warehousing, receiving, shipping, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure production lines are supplied with the necessary materials to meet manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent shortages and minimize excess.
• Lead and develop material handlers and logistics personnel through coaching and performance management.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts and system transactions.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Quality, and Logistics to resolve material issues.
• Monitor KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shortages, shipping, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate material discrepancies and shipping/receiving issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and waste reduction.
• Coordinate movement and storage of materials from raw to finished goods.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Communication

Problem solving

Planning

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Lear Corporation in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Materials Supervisor to oversee flow of raw materials, components, and finished goods, leading warehousing and material handling to support production. The role drives inventory accuracy, material movement, and continuous improvement across safety, quality, and cost targets.

You will supervise material handlers, coordinate replenishment, and collaborate with Production, Purchasing and Planning to meet schedules and customer requirements.