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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Weyerhaeuser

Materials Manager

counts, and ensuring appropriate storeroom access controls are in place Maintain accurate Material Master supplier lead times and appropriate minimum and maximum levels for every part....

Plant Maintenance Manager - Material Recycling Facility

  • Avon, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Avon, MA
  • 17 days ago

Preferred Skills, Experience, License: In addition to leadership experience, hands on experience with industrial maintenance, including electrical, hydraulics, mechanical. Experience with PLCs...

Materials Manager

  • Ladson, SC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ladson, SC
  • 2 hours ago

The Materials Manager plays a key role in the development, execution, and continuous improvement of all shipping, receiving, warehousing, and production planning activities....

Materials Program Manager, Platform 2

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Materials Program Manager, Platform 2 South San Francisco, California, USA About Zipline Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to...

Materials Program Manager, Zipline Africa

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Materials Program Manager, Zipline Africa South San Francisco, California, USA About Zipline Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to...

Manager, Vendor Management Manager, Clinical Contracts & Finance - III

  • Foster City, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 4 hours ago

ATR ID: ATR223002 Job Title: Manager, Vendor Management Manager, Clinical Contracts & Finance - III Job Level: Scientific/Biotech Duration: 12 months Location: Foster City CA 94404 Education:...

Raw Material Manager

  • Medina, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Medina, OH
  • 5 hours ago

As Raw Material Manager, you support and facilitate the raw materials planning and production scheduling processes....

Materials Manager

  • Sparta, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparta, TN
  • 1 day ago

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Materials Manager will oversee a team of material handlers and warehouse personnel, ensuring seamless operations across 10 active production cells supporting...

Supply Chain System Analyst, Days, Material Management

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard...

Infrastructure Materials Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

**Required Skills:** Infrastructure Materials Manager Responsibilities: 1....

ERP Specialist/ Materials Manager

  • Oregon, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Oregon, WI
  • 2 days ago

-Lead inventory control practices, including cycle counts, physical inventory, reconciliation, and accuracy initiatives....

Materials Mgmt Specialist II - Crystal Spring Tower

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

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

Materials Manager

  • Faribault, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Faribault, MN
  • 2 days ago

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Materials Manager....

Materials Manager

  • Brookfield, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, CT
  • 2 days ago

Manage and reviews cycle counting, physical inventory, profit planning and min....

Manager-Materials

  • Middletown, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, OH
  • 2 days ago

The Materials Manager will manage and supervise up to a group of 15 employees 24x7....

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...
Sorption and transport in cementitious materials
Learn how to study and improve the durability of cementitious materials. In the MOOC: Cement chemistry and sustainable cementitious materials; you learned how to create more sustainable...

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
37.6%
High School or GED
18.9%
Master's Degree
18.6%
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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