Materials Manager

A global manufacturing engineering business requires a Materials Manager to join its Supply Chain function. The Materials Manager will be responsible for linking inventory control and production efficiency, managing a stores team and acting as an SAP subject matter expert across the Supply Chain function. This is an excellent opportunity for a materials, inventory or supply chain specialist to make a significant impact on operational performance, inventory optimisation and material availability, whilst developing their leadership capability within a highly collaborative environment.

Specific duties of the Materials Manager include:

• Manage, train and motivate the Stores function ensuring accurate inventory control, replenishment and effective storage
• Ensure availability of materials and components to support manufacturing requirements
• Monitor and maintain inventory records in SAP
• Identify opportunities for inventory optimisation and continuous improvement across materials and stores
• Track and report on KPIs in relation to; inventory accuracy, material availability, release times and operational efficiencies
• Serve as an SAP subject matter expert across materials and stores - managing transactions, troubleshooting and ensuring data accuracy
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across; Supply Chain, Procurement, Production and Logistics

Materials Management applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience in; materials management, inventory management, stores management or warehouse management
• Previous experience using SAP
• Appreciation of production workflows, material release and inventory optimisation techniques
• Leadership skills and the ability to coach, manage and develop teams
• Adopts a data-driven approach
• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or Food environment