Materials Manager Wayland Area at The Pivot Group Network

Materials Manager Wayland MI Salary Range: $86000 - $126000 depending on experience Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in rolefield The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Wayland seeking Materials Managers. The Opportunity We are working with companies in Wayland that are adding Materials Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and ensure material availability. Oversee procurement activities including supplier selection negotiation and relationship management. Collaborate with production planning to ensure alignment of material flow with manufacturing schedules. Manage warehousing and logistics operations for efficient receipt storage and distribution of materials. Analyze material usage lead times and market trends to develop accurate demand forecasts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the materials department to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Lead mentor and develop the materials team to achieve departmental and organizational goals. Recommended Qualifications Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in materials management supply chain or procurement within a manufacturing environment. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering or a related field. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) for inventory planning production scheduling and procurement. Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and develop staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven decision making and inventory optimization. Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills to manage supplier relationships and internal stakeholders. Bonus Qualifications APICS CSCP or CPIM certification Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Proficiency with advanced data analytics and forecasting software Experience with international sourcing and logistics Job Titles That Should Apply Materials Manager Inventory Manager Supply Chain Manager Logistics Manager Warehouse Manager Materials Planner Procurement Manager Director of Materials Global Materials Manager Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute Compensation Culture and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your searchmarket insights resume feedback and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement. Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Inventory Control,Microsoft Access,Purchasing,Lean,Supply Chain Experience,Production Planning,ERP Systems,Leadership Experience,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 86000 - 126000