LHH

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LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Materials and Supply Chain Manager – Manufacturing Industry to join their team. You will be responsible for ownership of end‑to‑end material planning, procurement, inventory management, and supplier performance. This is a highly visible leadership role with significant impact on operational efficiency, production flow, and company growth. In this key management role, you will oversee the full materials lifecycle, ensuring the right materials are sourced, purchased, stocked, and delivered to support production demands. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Planning: • Develop and execute materials, sourcing, and inventory strategies aligned with production schedules and customer requirements. • Partner cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, and production to ensure seamless material flow and operational continuity. • Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction initiatives, and value‑creation opportunities. Procurement & Supplier Management: • Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers across relevant manufacturing categories. • Establish strong vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance. • Lead competitive sourcing initiatives to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency. Inventory & Materials Management: • Oversee inventory controls to maintain accuracy, reduce excess, and prevent shortages. • Ensure proper receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes. • Optimize ERP‑based planning and reporting to enhance visibility and decision‑making. Team Leadership: • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of buyers, inventory specialists, and materials professionals. • Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and safety within all material handling areas. Qualifications and Skills: • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Logistics, Business, or related field. • Leadership experience in a manufacturing supply chain role. • Hands‑on sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management experience within a manufacturing setting. • Experience working for a privately held, small, or mid‑sized manufacturer. • Comfortable with both strategic and tactical duties. • Expertise with ERP/MRP systems and solid proficiency in Excel. • Strong analytical thinking, negotiation abilities, and solution‑driven mindset. • Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments. Compensation Range: $90,000 - $125,000 Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance. If you are a passionate Materials and Supply Chain Manager looking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.lhh.com/candidate-privacy/