Materials Manager

Gables Search Group

Charleston, WV

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
APICS Certification, Automotive Industry, Calendar Management, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Communication Skills, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Establish Priorities, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Logistics, Logistics Management, Materials Management, Materials Planning, Materials Tracking, Multitasking, OSHA, Operations Control, Policy Implementation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procurement Planning, Production Control, Production Management, Production Schedule, Project Tracking, SAP, Safety Training, Schedule Development, Shipping/Receiving, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Charleston, WV
POSTED
1 day ago

Our client in an international automotive supplier. They are looking for a Materials Manager with a strong background in the automotive industry. This position is located in West Virginia, with a low cost of living and acess to beautiful country living (mountains, lakes!)

Materials Manager

Drive Innovation. Lead Transformation. Deliver Excellence.

Are you a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives on managing all aspects of materials flow and maintaining accuracy and control of inventories, transactions, procurement, planning, scheduling, receiving and shipping to ensure customer requirements are fulfilled on time.

What You’ll Do
Manage, control and lead the operations, activities and personnel engaged in the Material Planning, Production Scheduling, Receiving, Shipping, Materials Handling and Inventory Control.
Develop, implement and manage policies and procedures necessary to ensure effective execution of material logistics functions.
Maintain inventory accuracy through accurate inventory cycle counts, control systems and corrective actions.
Assure vendor releases are timely and accurate
Improve in-plant material handling and storage systems.
Develop and maintain TS-ISO procedures for Materials department.
Implement and ensure the use of SAP system.
Understand and comply with all OSHA, Safety and PPE requirements.
Establishes and supervises production scheduling activities by monitoring material inventories, tracking progress of production and reviewing factors that affect schedules.
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What We’re Looking For

We want a bold, experienced professional who is not just managing logistics, but transforming it.

Education & Experience

o Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

o Experience in material control and production scheduling in the automotive industry.

o Leading material control teams directly.

o SAP is a must.

o APICS CPIM certification strongly desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

o Assertive leader with sharp prioritization and multitasking abilities.

o Strong communication skills — both written and verbal.

o Background in automotive Tier-1, cold stamping, or coil steel logistics is highly desirable.

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Why You’ll Love It Here

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to:

Lead innovation in materials management and logistics excellence.
Grow your influence in a high-impact role with visibility across the organization.
Be part of a winning team that values safety, efficiency, and continuous improvemen

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/