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As a Materials Manager, you will lead the purchasing, inventory control, and logistics functions that ensure efficient material flow across our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining optimal inventory levels, securing timely procurement, and supporting seamless production aligned with customer and business demands.
Our Team
You'll be a key member of the operations and supply chain team, working closely with engineering, production, and quality to deliver high-performance electronic systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Our team thrives on precision, strategic execution, and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute material management strategies that align with production, inventory, and delivery goals
- Lead cross-functional coordination to optimize the end-to-end supply chain process
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, availability, and cost-effectiveness of materials
- Drive production purchasing and inventory control activities to meet customer and internal requirements
- Mentor and lead a team of buyers, inventory manager and material handlers to achieve performance targets and operational excellence
- Analyze material usage, forecast demand, and implement best practices to reduce shortages and excess inventory
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives using KPIs to monitor and enhance material flow and supplier performance
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in materials management or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of inventory control, procurement, and production planning processes
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and lead negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics tools
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance in defense and aerospace (e.g., ITAR, AS9100)
- Certification in supply chain or operations management (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM)
- Demonstrated success in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.
As a Materials Manager, you will lead the purchasing, inventory control, and logistics functions that ensure efficient material flow across our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining optimal inventory levels, securing timely procurement, and supporting seamless production aligned with customer and business demands.
Our Team
You'll be a key member of the operations and supply chain team, working closely with engineering, production, and quality to deliver high-performance electronic systems for the aerospace and defense industry. Our team thrives on precision, strategic execution, and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Develop and execute material management strategies that align with production, inventory, and delivery goals
- Lead cross-functional coordination to optimize the end-to-end supply chain process
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, availability, and cost-effectiveness of materials
- Drive production purchasing and inventory control activities to meet customer and internal requirements
- Mentor and lead a team of buyers, inventory manager and material handlers to achieve performance targets and operational excellence
- Analyze material usage, forecast demand, and implement best practices to reduce shortages and excess inventory
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives using KPIs to monitor and enhance material flow and supplier performance
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in materials management or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of inventory control, procurement, and production planning processes
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and lead negotiations with suppliers and internal stakeholders
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics tools
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance in defense and aerospace (e.g., ITAR, AS9100)
- Certification in supply chain or operations management (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP, ISM CPSM)
- Demonstrated success in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.
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- ECS Limited49
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- Terracon Consultants19
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- Manufacturing14
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- 3 to 7 years of experience in materials management, procurement, or inventory control
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred or required
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong knowledge of MRP, demand planning, and supplier relationship management
Tips for Your Materials Manager Job Search
Quantify your inventory and cost results
Hiring managers want to see measurable outcomes on your resume. Replace vague duties with numbers: how much inventory carrying cost you reduced, fill rates you maintained, or supplier lead times you cut. Exact figures make your impact concrete and hard to overlook.
List your ERP and WMS systems explicitly
Many applicant tracking systems filter by software name before a human reads anything. Call out every system you've used, including SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, NetSuite, or Manhattan, in a dedicated skills section so your application clears the first automated screen.
Target openings by industry vertical
Materials manager roles in aerospace carry different compliance expectations than those in consumer packaged goods or medical devices. Search by industry keyword alongside the job title so you're applying to roles where your sector experience is directly transferable rather than a stretch.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists materials manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a supplier negotiation story for interviews
Interviewers for this role almost always ask for a specific example of how you handled a supplier failure or renegotiated terms under pressure. Prepare a concise account with a clear situation, your actions, and the measurable result before your first round.
Follow up with a supply chain context note
After an interview, your thank-you message lands harder if it references a specific operational challenge the hiring manager mentioned. Tying your follow-up to their current inventory or sourcing pain point shows you were listening and can connect dots immediately.
Materials Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most materials managers?
The companies hiring the most materials managers right now include ECS Limited, Floor & Decor, and Terracon Consultants, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Manufacturing, defense, and medical device companies tend to post the highest volume of these roles consistently.
How many materials manager jobs are remote?
About 27% of materials manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most materials operations. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are demand planning, procurement analytics, and supplier coordination roles that don't require daily presence on a plant or warehouse floor.
How do you become a materials manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, or business, then build hands-on experience in inventory control, purchasing, or production planning roles. Earning an APICS certification such as CPIM or CSCP strengthens your candidacy significantly. Progressively taking ownership of supplier relationships and cross-functional projects is what moves candidates from coordinator to manager level.
Can you get a materials manager job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to make your adjacent experience explicit. Roles in purchasing, inventory analysis, logistics coordination, or production scheduling all translate directly. Highlight any experience with ERP systems, supplier communication, or inventory accuracy projects. Targeting smaller manufacturers or distribution companies is often more practical than pursuing enterprise roles before you have a dedicated materials management title on your resume.
What does the materials manager interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your ERP experience and industry background. A second round typically involves a functional interview with the supply chain or operations director where you'll walk through specific scenarios involving supplier disruptions, inventory shortfalls, or cost reduction projects. Some companies add a case exercise or a plant walkthrough before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to materials manager jobs?
You can find and apply to materials manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, industry background, and location preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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