Strategic Materials Manager - Aviation, SAP & Leadership

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Materials Manager to lead materials planning and warehousing across production, maintenance, and aftermarket activities. You will supervise supervisors and influence a cross-functional team to drive operational excellence in a complex aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes strategic inventory control, process improvements, and collaboration with engineering and supply chain stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 6+ years in materials management, materials planning, warehousing, inventory control, Spare Parts sales administration or related operational roles, including 1 year managing professional staff.
• Aviation or manufacturing sector experience strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Business Partnership: Serve as a trusted partner to business line leaders, ensuring materials operations are aligned with organizational objectives and customer expectations.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee and optimize the flow of materials, inventory and tools to support production, maintenance and aftermarket activities.
• Champion best practices in warehousing, distribution, and production control.
• Talent Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team with a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Project & Change Management: Drive large-scale cross-functional initiatives supporting business transformation and manage multiple projects.
• Performance Management: Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure efficiency, cost control, and regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with teams, stakeholders and leadership; provide timely updates on performance and status.
• Problem Solving & Analytics: Apply analytical skills to identify opportunities and enable data-driven decisions.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA, import/export, hazmat).

Skills

Excel

Access

Leadership

SAP

Corridor

Analytical skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Data-driven decision making

Inventory & supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Corridor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Materials Manager to lead materials planning and warehousing across production, maintenance, and aftermarket activities. You will supervise supervisors and influence a cross-functional team to drive operational excellence in a complex aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes strategic inventory control, process improvements, and collaboration with engineering and supply chain stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery and regulatory