Strategic Materials Planning & Logistics Lead

KingRecruitingServices; Union (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices client, a global manufacturer of stamped automotive components, seeks a Materials Planning & Logistics Manager at our Union, SC facility. You will lead all aspects of supply chain, including customer service, demand planning, production scheduling, inventory management, warehousing, shipping, and internal logistics.

The ideal candidate is a strategic supply chain leader who drives world-class delivery, optimizes inventory, supports operational excellence, and leads

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 7+ years of experience across supply chain roles in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leadership managing teams.
• SAP or ERP/MRP experience required.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience preferred.
• Automotive manufacturing experience a strong plus ( stamping, welding, painting ).
• APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer service, material planning, production scheduling, inventory control, warehousing, shipping, receiving and logistics operations.
• Manage and develop a team of schedulers, planners and logistics professionals.
• Drive inventory accuracy and working capital improvements.
• Lead S&OP to align demand with plant capacity and objectives.
• Ensure accurate orders, schedules, and supplier releases.
• Optimize material flow using pull systems, PFEP, Kanban, and continuous improvement tools.
• Manage SAP planning parameters and master data integrity.
• Support new product launches and engineering changes.
• Monitor KPIs and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, Finance, Suppliers and Customers.

Skills

Leadership

S&OP

Lean manufacturing

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

KingRecruitingServices client, a global manufacturer of stamped automotive components, seeks a Materials Planning & Logistics Manager at our Union, SC facility. You will lead all aspects of supply chain, including customer service, demand planning, production scheduling, inventory management, warehousing, shipping, and internal logistics.

The ideal candidate is a strategic supply chain leader who drives world-class delivery, optimizes inventory, supports operational excellence, and leads