Strategic Materials Manager - Inventory & Operations Lead

Lanco Group of Companies; Monee (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mi-Jack Products seeks a strategic Materials Manager to lead inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operations within our manufacturing facility. You will guide materials personnel, drive optimization, and improve availability while reducing excess inventory.

The role requires strong supply chain expertise, servant leadership, and a focus on continuous improvement. Collaboration across Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, inventory management, materials management, or related operations.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and developing employees.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop materials supervisors and inventory teams, creating a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Drive inventory reduction initiatives while improving inventory accuracy, turns, and material availability.
• Optimize material flow and delivery using ERP/MRP systems, internal planning tools, forecasting, and BI data.
• Partner with Planning, Scheduling, Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to improve performance.
• Respond to engineering changes to minimize obsolescence and shortages.
• Monitor and communicate inventory-related financial impacts, including obsolescence and inflationary concerns.
• Oversee warehouse operations, including slotting, bin management, storage optimization, and pick-path efficiency.
• Manage communication and issue resolution related to backorders, pricing discrepancies, damaged materials, and supplier delivery concerns.
• Establish standard operating procedures that support inventory accuracy and material movement best practices.
• Lead special projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Job description

Mi-Jack Products seeks a strategic Materials Manager to lead inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operations within our manufacturing facility. You will guide materials personnel, drive optimization, and improve availability while reducing excess inventory.

The role requires strong supply chain expertise, servant leadership, and a focus on continuous improvement. Collaboration across Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production is essential.