Materials Manager Jobs

A Materials Manager in the logistics industry is crucial for overseeing the planning, procurement, storage, and distribution of materials and products. They are responsible for coordinating with suppliers, determining the level of supplies needed, managing inventory levels, and ensuring materials are available for production and services. They undertake quality assessments of purchases, manage supplier relationships, and strive to reduce costs without compromising quality. This role requires them to work closely with other departments such as production, distribution, and finance to ensure a smooth supply chain process.

Key skills for a Materials Manager include excellent organizational skills, strong negotiation ability, good mathematical and analytical skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) can be beneficial for this position. Prior to becoming a Materials Manager, an individual might have roles such as Procurement Specialist, Inventory Coordinator, or Supply Chain Analyst, which all provide valuable experience in managing materials and understanding the logistics industry.

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Materials Manager

  • Landisville, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Landisville, PA
  • 22 days ago

Materials Manager | Utilimaster | Landisville, PA Regular Employee | Salary Exempt Who we are: At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver....

Material Program Manager

  • Fremont, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 10 hours ago

@HYVE Solutions, missions to help customers, business partners, and employees achieve success through shared goals, strategies, resources and technology solutions. Hyve Solutions is a leader in...

Senior Materials Manager

  • Camden, SC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Camden, SC
  • 10 hours ago

Position Senior Materials Manager Location USA, Camden, SC How You'll Create Possibilities As a Senior Manager, Materials, you will: Lead by Example : Foster a culture of safety and compliance within...

Materials Manager

  • Stafford, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Stafford, TX
  • 19 hours ago

We are looking for a Materials Manager to join our Pressure Management Business Unit (PRM) at our Stafford, Texas facility....

Materials Manager

  • Cary, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cary, IL
  • 22 hours ago

The Materials Manager will lead the accuracy of all inventories, including transactions, procurement cost and the warehouse team....

Manager, Materials Management

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary: Responsible for the 24 hour, day-to- day operations and management of central services and materials management operations; and other assigned areas Responsible for monitoring supply...

SCM Clinical Inventory Specialist - Surgical Material Management

  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Ensure cycle count methods are exercised to comply with quality control guidelines....

Job Description Materials Manager | Perioperative Services | NYC Exciting Opportunity at MSK: We are seeking a highly skilled Operating Room (OR) Materials Manager with expertise in advanced data analytics...

Materials Manager

  • Provo, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 1 day ago

JOB TITLE : Materials Manager GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Maintaining the supplies, equipment, and all materials for the daily operation of the surgery center....

Materials Manager

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 1 day ago

Providence Surgery and Procedure Center has an opening for a full time Materials Manager....

Senior Associate, Material Management

  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Canoga Park, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Material program Analyst is responsible for analyzing data from multiple systems in order to link the material planning systems with the material program managers to mitigate material challenges...

Accomplishes the timely, accurate, and efficient picking and staging of the requisitions....

Materials Mgmt Coordinator- Surgery Center

  • New Port Richey, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • New Port Richey, FL
  • 1 day ago

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services,...

Materials Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

Role Summary: This site leadership role has responsibility for driving excellence in materials planning and procurement for the Engineered-to-Order (ETO) business at the Raleigh, NC facility....

Materials Manager

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

As the Materials Manager, you are responsible for improving the quality and efficiency of the following: supply inventory, orders, receipts and distribution and stocking....

Materials Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Functional Polymeric Materials
Learn the functional polymers, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Polymers, typically plastics and fibers, are leading materials providing useful and inexpensive items for modern living....
Introduction to Aerospace Structures and Materials
Explore the structural and material design of aircraft and spacecraft from the viewpoint of an aerospace engineer. How do you design an aircraft or spacecraft? And in doing so, how do you keep the...
Self-Assembly for Functional Materials
Learn design and structures of functional materials formed via self-assembly. Self-assembly is an important and useful method for creating functional materials. This course deals with the...

Salary for Materials Manager Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Materials Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Materials Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.7%
High School or GED
19.0%
Master's Degree
18.5%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.4%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Materials Managers
4-6 years
42.9%
2-4 years
23.8%
6-8 years
19.0%
8-10 years
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%


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