On-Site Supply Chain Leader Ballinger Campus

Critical Materials Group; Ballinger (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Critical Materials Group seeks a hands-on Supply Chain Manager for the Ballinger Campus to own the complete logistics and supply chain function. You will oversee purchasing, inventory control, receiving, shipping, planning, and trade compliance across two material streams—capital/construction and production materials—for a regulated manufacturing operation.

You will build processes, implement ERP/MRP, and guide a future team as the campus scales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Hands-on experience with inventory control and receiving operations.
• Procurement experience including supplier qualification, negotiation, and performance management.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and implementation experience.
• Familiarity with U.S. export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Ability to reside within commuting distance of the Ballinger Campus.

Responsibilities

• Own purchasing activity for the campus — production materials, MRO, capital equipment, construction materials, and services; source, qualify, and onboard suppliers with an approved vendor list.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery; ensure DFARS clauses, quality requirements, and export control obligations.
• Manage long-lead item identification and buy-ahead during buildout to avoid milestone delays.
• Own inventory accuracy end to end (receiving, put-away, issue, cycle counting, reconciliation); set min/max, reorder points, and safety stock.
• Own inbound/outbound freight; ensure DOT hazmat compliance for outbound shipments and shipping documents.
• Own production planning and master scheduling; translate demand into material requirements and actions.
• Own customer order entry, acknowledgment, and status communications; be primary contact for deliveries and expedites.
• Define ERP/MRP requirements with IT/InfoSec; document SOPs for processes in this pillar.
• Plan Phase 2 hiring and progressively hand off transactional work while retaining functional ownership.

Skills

Inventory control

Procurement

Negotiation

ERP/MRP

Security clearance

Shipping/logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

ERP/MRP

ITAR/EAR experience

Job description

Critical Materials Group seeks a hands-on Supply Chain Manager for the Ballinger Campus to own the complete logistics and supply chain function. You will oversee purchasing, inventory control, receiving, shipping, planning, and trade compliance across two material streams—capital/construction and production materials—for a regulated manufacturing operation.

You will build processes, implement ERP/MRP, and guide a future team as the campus scales.