Senior Materials Manager

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY

Stewartville (MN)

On-site

USD 112,000 - 155,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays

401k with 4% company match

HSA employer contribution

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Profit Sharing

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Job summary

GEOTEK seeks a Senior Materials Manager to own the end-to-end supply chain for engineered fiberglass composites, including strategic procurement, inventory, logistics, and a growing team of buyers and warehouse staff. You will drive MRP tied to production, manage international suppliers, ensure lot traceability, and collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance.

The role offers a competitive compensation range and room for leadership growth as the company expands its global

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, operations, or engineering.
Minimum 7–10 years in materials management or supply chain leadership in manufacturing.
Experience leading a team and developing the function.
Strong ERP/MRP, production planning, and supplier performance management.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR) required.

Responsibilities

Own materials from forecast to warehouse, linking MRP to production schedules.
Manage supplier relationships for resins, glass fibers, hardware, coatings (domestic/international).
Oversee lot traceability, shelf-life compliance, freight/logistics, and warehousing.
Lead a team of buyers, inventory control, and shipping/receiving; build and scale the team.
Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance across functions.

Skills

Materials management

Supply chain leadership

International supplier management

Team leadership

Negotiation & vendor management

MRP/ERP collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/Business/Operations/Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Location 1421 2nd Ave NW,Stewartville, MN, 55976-1615,United States
Base Pay $112,000.00 - $155,000.00 / Year
Industry Manufacturing
Employee Type Full Time Office

Name Derek Nelson
Email denelson@geotek.com

GEOTEK is a global leader in engineered fiberglass composite products, and we're looking for a Senior Materials Manager who can own the supply chain that supports that position.

GEOTEK makes engineered fiberglass composite products used in power infrastructure across the globe. Our PUPI® crossarms are the market leader. We're growing, and the supply chain function needs to grow with us. This is a senior leadership role with real scope: strategic procurement, inventory, logistics, warehouse operations, and a team of buyers and warehouse personnel reporting to you.

What you'll actually be doing:

You’ll own materials from forecast to warehouse floor. That means MRP strategy tied to production schedules, supplier relationships for resins, glass fibers, hardware, and coatings (domestic and international), lot traceability and shelf-life compliance, freight and logistics planning, and continuous improvement on all of it. You’ll also be a cross-functional partner- Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance all need you working with them, not around them.

The team you’re leading includes buyers, inventory control, and shipping/receiving. Part of the job is developing that team and scaling it ahead of business growth.

This role is intentionally positioned for growth. As GEOTEK continues to expand, so will the scope and leadership opportunity for the right person.

What we’re looking for:

5+ years in materials management, supply chain, or procurement in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on ERP/MRP experience
Direct international sourcing and supplier management experience is required
Comfort managing temperature-sensitive, lot-controlled, or technically specified materials
Experience with supplier qualification, dual sourcing, and strategic supply agreements
Leadership experience- you’ve managed a team and you know how to build one

Composites experience is a plus but not required.

The compensation range for this position is $112,000 - $155,000 annually. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced 'puppy') is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.

Our Purpose

As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.

Mission

Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.

Vision

Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.

TRUE Values

TEAM -we before me RELIABLE -every day in every way URGENT -the drive to do ENTERPRISING -be curious

Health
Dental
Ancillary Benefits
Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
401k with 4% company match
HSA employer contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Profit Sharing
Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)

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Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Operations, or Engineering.
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in materials management or supply chain leadership within composites or advanced materials manufacturing.
Extensive experience leading a team of direct reports with a history of developing the team and delivering consistent successful results.
Strong knowledge in ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and supplier performance management.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience with regulated manufacturing environments (AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR) required.

Preferred

Strong understanding of composite materials and their storage/handling requirements.
APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM, or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Technical & Soft Skills

Deep understanding of composite raw materials, shelf-life management, and environmental storage controls.
Proven ability to optimize inventory turns without impacting production continuity.
Strong data-driven decision-making and communication abilities.

Office and production floor environment, with frequent interaction across all departments and occasional travel to supplier sites or secondary manufacturing facilities. They must be comfortable managing materials stored in cold storage, controlled environments, and hazardous material zones.

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