Material Manager

Latitude Corp.

Description

We are looking for a Material Manager to join our 100% EMPLOYEE-OWNED team.

First Shift

Latitude Corp. offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities in precision metal manufacturing where we make the impossible possible.We embrace problem solvers, creativity and innovation.With clean, climate-controlled facilities, we offer comfortable working environments. Our customers span a variety of industries, including US military and defense.We are proud of the work we do and we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That's why we're committed to providing our team with the support, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Why Should You Choose Latitude Corp?

• We are a rapidly growing employee-owned manufacturing company
• Growth Opportunities
• Training Available
• Weekly Pay
• Clean and Climate Controlled Work Environment
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability
• Work on products that support the US Military and National Defense
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K Plan with 4% Company Match

Minimum Job Requirements

• Physical- sedentary work, proficient in using a PC keyboard
• Working Hours- fulltime
• Personal Traits- Strong leadership, collaboration, time management, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the purchasing, production, scheduling, inventory and warehousing of materials. Authorized to negotiate purchasing contacts and make purchases within defined company limits. Authorized to make strategic and operational decisions related to material procurement, supplier selection, inventory management, and logistics. Responsible for reporting key metrics, inventory status and supplier performance to upper management. Authorize to approve time, hire, discipline and terminate employees within company polices.

• Lead and manage a team of buyers, planners, and shipping/receiving personnel, providing direction, training, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements and production demands
• Work closely with departmental production managers, analyze product demand, sales patterns/forecasts, production specifications and plant capacity
• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers
• Proactively address and resolve material shortages, long lead times, and supplier constraints to reduce supply chain risk.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies while managing supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Create, monitor, and adjust production schedules based on demand forecasts, capacity planning, and material availability.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through routine cycle counts and inventory analysis; ensure optimal stock turnover and minimal obsolescence.
• Manages departmental budgets
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations to ensure accurate, timely deliveries and compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce transportation costs and improve logistics performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing supply chain processes, cost reduction, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date data entry and system usage within the ERP platform for all materials-related transactions.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor preferred), supply chain processes, and lean inventory practices.
• Ability to analyze data to forecast material needs, manage departmental budgets, and optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Proven problem-solving skills to identify and resolve supply chain issues quickly and effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills with experience in managing vendor contracts, pricing, and logistics agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with experience building, leading, and developing high-performing teams.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, and/or production scheduling. At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role. APICS certification preferred.

Latitude Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.